What are the best survival stories in history?

The Donner Party is a well - known, though tragic, survival story. Stranded in the Sierra Nevada mountains during the winter of 1846 - 1847, some resorted to cannibalism in order to survive. While many died, a few did manage to make it through this terrible situation.

For me, 'Hatchet' by Gary Paulsen is among the best. It's about a boy who has to survive in the Canadian wilderness alone after a plane crash. 'Between a Rock and a Hard Place' by Aron Ralston is also excellent. Ralston was trapped in a canyon and had to take extreme measures to survive. And 'Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage' by Alfred Lansing details the amazing survival story of Shackleton and his crew in Antarctica.

One of the best survival stories is that of Aron Ralston. He got trapped while canyoning in Utah when a boulder pinned his right arm. After days of being stuck, he made the extreme decision to cut off his own arm to free himself. His story is a testament to human willpower and the will to survive against all odds.

I really like 'Zombie Land'. It's a story that combines horror and humor. The main characters have their own set of rules for surviving in a world overrun by zombies. For example, the 'double tap' rule. It has exciting action scenes and the characters' growth throughout the story makes it a great zombie survival story. And then there's '28 Days Later'. It's a gritty and intense story about a man waking up in a world that has been quickly overrun by 'zombies' (infected people). His journey to find safety is full of danger and difficult choices.

One of the best survival stories is that of Aron Ralston. He was trapped in a Utah canyon when a boulder pinned his arm. After several days, he made the extreme decision to cut off his own arm to free himself. His determination and will to live got him through that ordeal.

One of the best is 'The Martian' by Andy Weir. It's about an astronaut stranded on Mars and his fight for survival. He has to use his scientific knowledge to grow food, create water, and find a way to communicate with Earth. Another great one is 'Hatchet' by Gary Paulsen. A young boy is alone in the wilderness after a plane crash and has to learn to hunt, build shelter, and face his fears.

The story of Sacagawea is worth mentioning. As a Native American girl, she accompanied Lewis and Clark on their expedition. She survived in the harsh wilderness, helped with navigation and communication with local tribes. Her skills and knowledge were crucial for the survival of the whole expedition team, and her story is a testament to the capabilities of girls in difficult and challenging situations.

The story of Ernest Shackleton and his Antarctic expedition is also amazing. His ship got trapped in ice, but he managed to keep his crew alive through harsh conditions for over a year. They had to endure freezing temperatures, lack of food, and yet Shackleton led them through various challenges until they were rescued. He showed great leadership and survival skills in the face of extreme adversity.

One of the best is the story of Aron Ralston. He got trapped in a Utah canyon when a boulder pinned his arm. After days of being stuck, he finally made the extreme decision to cut off his own arm to free himself. His story shows incredible willpower and survival instinct.

In these survival stories, a key element is resourcefulness. For example, in the story of the stranded sailor, he had to be resourceful to catch fish and collect rainwater. Another element is determination. The Andes survivors showed great determination to keep living in such a dire situation. And of course, luck also plays a part. The survivor of the plane crash in the rainforest was lucky to be able to walk out despite her injuries.