4. Ada Blackjack: The Forgotten Female Castaway
In 1921, Ada Blackjack became stranded on the icy expanse of Wrangel Island in the Arctic after a doomed expedition. For nearly two years, she relied on her resourcefulness and determination, hunting and foraging to stay alive as the only survivor. Despite overwhelming odds and isolation, Ada’s quiet strength helped her endure until rescue arrived. Her remarkable story is a tribute to perseverance in the harshest conditions. Read more at National Geographic
