Hugh Glass was an American frontiersman and fur trapper known for his incredible survival story in the early 19th century. In 1823, while exploring the uncharted territories of the American West, he was attacked by a bear, leaving him severely injured. His companions, believing he would not survive, abandoned him, but Glass managed to crawl over 200 miles to safety, driven by sheer determination. His remarkable journey has become legendary, inspiring tales of resilience and adventure. The story of Hugh Glass was popularized in the film The Revenant, where his struggle for survival against the harsh wilderness and betrayal is vividly portrayed.