3. Hugh Glass: The Revenant’s Inspiration
In 1823, frontiersman Hugh Glass endured one of history’s most harrowing ordeals after being mauled by a grizzly bear and abandoned by his companions. Against all odds, Glass crawled more than 200 miles through unforgiving wilderness to reach safety. His epic survival, marked by tenacity and resourcefulness, has inspired countless retellings in books and film—including the celebrated movie The Revenant. Details at History.com
