#survivalstories

[williamkergroach55]

The Pearl Road

"Aden has always fascinated me. As a child, I discovered this land of adventure by watching TV series adapted from Henry de Monfreid's novel "Les secrets de la mer Rouge," directed by Pierre Guillemot. The Corsican actor Pierre Massimi convincingly portrayed Henry de Monfreid, who had gone to the Horn of Africa to establish a pearl oyster harvesting company. As a teenager, I naturally devoured Henry de Monfreid's novels, dreaming of these semi-desert landscapes populated by proud and cruel men dying of thirst on the pearl road. Henry de Monfreid was an even more fascinating character than his novels. Born into the French bourgeoisie, he defied the conformism of the early 20th century to live in Djibouti. For me, who had grown up in a society that adored bronzed bodies under UV lamps, it was a shock. Henry de Monfreid had a frank, sharp gaze, the gaze of men who had evaluated and measured others in the difficulties of a dangerous life lived without safety nets. Henry de Monfreid had experienced the contempt of those who saw him as a brainless young man. He stumbled through life's obstacles many times, not always choosing the path of legality or that of the victors who could rewrite history. He survived all these trials. The man who returned to France in the late 1940s had no illusions about others or himself. He openly smoked the poppy he cultivated in his garden and, essentially, told anyone he wanted to go to hell. It's a shame he died in an isolated countryside when I was not yet ten years old. He was one of the many exceptional men and women I never had the chance to meet on this earth. [...]"

#AdventureNovel #HenrydeMonfreid #PearlHarvesting #AfricanAdventure #SemiDesertLandscapes #FrenchLiterature #HistoricalFiction #Djibouti #Bourgeoisie #LifeStruggles #DangerousLife #SurvivalStories #CulturalExploration #PoppyCultivation #IsolatedCountryside #ExceptionalPeople #LiteraryJourney #BookRecommendation #NovelReading

[enjoyfreefall]

3 Survival Stories of Wingsuit Crashes

Daredevil wingsuit flyers captivate us with their astonishing flights, defying gravity and death as they soar through the skies and through mountain valleys. Watching the videos always makes us wonder, what happens if they crash? And has anyone survived a wingsuit crash?

Read the article here: https://enjoyfreefall.com/survival-stories-of-wingsuit-crashes/

#WingsuitCrashes #SurvivalStories #DaredevilFlights #AdventureSurvivors #ExtremeSports #SkydivingCommunity #ThrillSeekers #AdventureAwaits #WingsuitAccidents #AdrenalineRush #AdventureSafety #WingsuitSurvivors #SurvivalAgainstOdds #OutdoorAdventure #SkydivingFacts #EnjoyFreeFall

[bitsndeets]

#hollywood #movies #cinema #society of the snow #plane crash #survival #cannibalism #survivalstories #andes mountains #storyfacts #facts #true story #must watch

[seuncreative]

A Pelican's Struggle with a Little Fish 🐦🐟😜 #shorts #pelicans

#youtube #PelicanPredicament #wildlifeencounters #naturedrama #animalbehavior #predatorvsprey #survivalstories #wildlifedocumentary #natureshortfilm #birdsofprey #WildlifeStruggle #pelican #fish #fish on tumblr

[global-education]

🚢 Unveiling History's Deadliest Shipwrecks 🌊

When we think of shipwrecks, images of sunken treasure, ghostly vessels, and epic adventures often come to mind. However, beneath the allure of these maritime mysteries lies a grim reality: history is dotted with some of the deadliest shipwrecks, claiming thousands of lives and leaving behind haunting stories that still send shivers down our spines. Let's dive deep into the turbulent waters of history to unveil some of the most harrowing tales of shipwrecks.

The Titanic Tragedy 🚢 The RMS Titanic, often dubbed "unsinkable," met its tragic fate in 1912 when it struck an iceberg on its maiden voyage. Over 1,500 lives were lost in one of the most famous shipwrecks in history.

The Wilhelm Gustloff 🌊 This German cruise ship was torpedoed by a Soviet submarine in 1945, resulting in the deaths of approximately 9,000 passengers and crew, making it the deadliest shipwreck in terms of lives lost.

The Lusitania ⚓ A German submarine sank the British ocean liner RMS Lusitania in 1915, leading to the loss of nearly 1,200 lives, including 128 Americans, which influenced the U.S. entry into World War I.

The USS Indianapolis 🇺🇸 The USS Indianapolis met a tragic end during World War II when it was torpedoed by a Japanese submarine. Over 800 crew members lost their lives in shark-infested waters.

The Empress of Ireland 🇨🇦 In 1914, this Canadian passenger liner collided with another ship and sank in the St. Lawrence River. More than 1,000 people perished, making it one of Canada's deadliest maritime disasters.

The Dona Paz 🇵🇭 In 1987, the MV Dona Paz collided with an oil tanker in the Philippines, resulting in a catastrophic fire. Around 4,000 people lost their lives in one of the deadliest peacetime maritime tragedies.

The MV Le Joola 🇸🇳 The Senegalese ferry MV Le Joola capsized in 2002, claiming the lives of over 1,800 passengers and crew members. It remains one of the deadliest non-military shipwrecks in history.

The Sultana 🚢 The steamboat Sultana exploded on the Mississippi River in 1865, killing an estimated 1,800 people, most of whom were Union soldiers returning home after the Civil War.

The Royal Charter 🇬🇧 A violent storm wrecked the Royal Charter off the coast of Wales in 1859, resulting in the deaths of around 450 passengers and crew members.

The Toya Maru 🇯🇵 In 1954, the Japanese ferry Toya Maru sank during a typhoon, claiming over 1,150 lives in one of Japan's worst maritime disasters.

These shipwrecks serve as chilling reminders of the perils faced by seafarers throughout history. While some were due to natural disasters or war, others were caused by human error or engineering flaws. Each tragedy has left an indelible mark on history, drawing us closer to the eerie mysteries of the deep sea.

In the age of modern navigation and advanced safety measures, we remember these shipwrecks not only as cautionary tales but also as testaments to the resilience of the human spirit. 🌟

#Shipwrecks #MaritimeDisasters #Titanic #History #TragedyAtSea #LostAtSea #GhostShips #OceanMysteries #NauticalHistory #Sailing #SeaLegends #ShipwreckTales #SurvivalStories #NavalHistory #UnderwaterExploration #SeaAdventures #HistoricalTragedies #RememberingThePast #DeepSea #MaritimeHeritage #ShipwreckInvestigations #LostTreasures #OceanExploration #ShipwreckSurvivors #SafetyAtSea

[undeadarchivesyt]

Unlikely Allies: Chapter Two - (Official Trailer 2) | From The Undead Archives

#unlikelyallies #undeadarchives #neocdmx #cyberpunkhorror #survivalhorror #chaptertwo #undeaduprising #copmedicduo #zombiehorror #unexpectedteam #emergencyservices #newheroes #comingsoon #trailerdrop #heroesarrive #savetheday #zombieapocalypse #survivalstories #new #horrorstories #scarystories #zombieoutbreak #officialtrailer #newhorrorseries #frontlinesurvival #Youtube

[karisocreates]

Unbelievable but True: Exploring the Most Incredible Real-Life Stories from Around the World

Unbelievable but True: Exploring the Most Incredible Real-Life Stories from Around the World

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com The world is full of amazing stories. I explore some of the most incredible true stories that you won’t believe are real. When we think of stories, we often think of fairy tales or fictional narratives. But the truth is, real life can be stranger than fiction. From incredible feats of human endurance to miraculous rescues, there are countless stories out…

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#AmazingStories #AroundTheWorld #Curiosity #HumanEndurance #IncredibleTales #InspiringJourneys #Intrigue #JungleSurvival #Perseverance #RealLifeHeroes #Resilience #SurvivalStories #TrueStories #UnbelievableButTrue

[alfred123]

Journey into the Most Feared Prisons on Earth | A world of Crime

🔒 Brace yourself for a gripping exploration of the most feared prisons around the globe, where walls hold tales of anguish, despair, and the struggle for survival. Step into a world few dare to venture as we uncover the secrets behind these infamous institutions. From maximum-security fortresses to infamous penitentiaries, this journey will shed light on the dark underbelly of the criminal justice system. Get ready to be immersed in a world where lawlessness meets punishment. ⛓️

#FearedPrisons #WorldOfCrime #BehindBars #PrisonLife #MaximumSecurity #CriminalJustice #SurvivalStories #PrisonTales #IncarcerationNation #LawlessWorld

[cupofteajones]

Books of 2023: The Trial by @laura_bates__ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25/5 **** I'm never surprised when Bates writes something compelling, and this YA novel is no different. This is once again a MUST read. Bates has brought young readers another powerful and insightful tale of how sexism and harassment are rampant in our society. You think this is your everyday survival story, and it is not. It's a different type of survival story, a tale that most girls and women unfortunately live with every day. The tense atmosphere and thrilling nature were just done brilliantly. The island used an allegory for society to be insightful and necessity. Readers definitely need to give this one a chance. This may have been the first book I finished in the new year, but I'm still counting it as once of the best I read in 2022. #books #books2022 #bookstagram #laurabates #ukyabooks #feminism #yabooks #bestbooksof2022 #cupofteabooksof2023 #youngadultbooks #survivalstories #fightagainstmisogyny #femaleempowerment https://www.instagram.com/p/CnI0TT-rdX7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#books #books2022 #bookstagram #laurabates #ukyabooks #feminism #yabooks #bestbooksof2022 #cupofteabooksof2023 #youngadultbooks #survivalstories #fightagainstmisogyny #femaleempowerment

[hollymbryan]

🪓 CAT + CURRENTLY LISTENING 🪓 Jolene is snuggling with me in bed as I listen to I AM STILL ALIVE by Kate Alice Marshall 😻 This is a survival story similar to HATCHET. I just finished RULES FOR VANISHING by her and wanted to jump right in to another one! The two stories are very different, scary in totally different ways. I *finally* tried an audiobook last month, then listened to two more through the month. This month, I've already listened to SEVEN! 😂 It's like it's addictive or something!! Also, it only took me until the second book to bump speed up to 1.5, then I think it was book four when I bumped it up to 1.75. Q: Do you like audiobooks? If so, any absolutely incredible ones you'd suggest? 🪓 🪓 🪓 #iamstillalive #iamstillalivebook #rulesforvanishing #rulesforvanishingkatealicemarshall #katealicemarshall #katealicemarshallauthor #yahorror #yahorrorbooks #yahorrornovel #survivalskills #survivalstory #survivalstories #audiobook #audiobooks #audiobookstagram #audiobooksofinstagram #iloveaudiobooks #currentlylistening #currentlylisteningto #currentlyreading #currentlylisteningto🎧 #bookstagrammer #bookstagrammers #bookstagram #booknerd #booknerds #yabooks #yalove #yabookstagram #bookkeepingblog https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj27DTfLujk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#iamstillalive #iamstillalivebook #rulesforvanishing #rulesforvanishingkatealicemarshall #katealicemarshall #katealicemarshallauthor #yahorror #yahorrorbooks #yahorrornovel #survivalskills #survivalstory #survivalstories #audiobook #audiobooks #audiobookstagram #audiobooksofinstagram #iloveaudiobooks #currentlylistening #currentlylisteningto #currentlyreading #currentlylisteningto🎧 #bookstagrammer #bookstagrammers #bookstagram #booknerd #booknerds #yabooks #yalove #yabookstagram #bookkeepingblog

[enjoyfreefall]

9 Survival Stories of Dual Parachute Malfunction

At a height of 10,000 feet, a simple leap from an airplane will result in an immediate stomach-lurching, gravity-induced free fall. A dual parachute malfunction during skydiving is an unquestionable death sentence. And yet there have been survivors.

Read the article here: https://enjoyfreefall.com/9-survival-stories-of-dual-parachute-malfunction/

#SurvivalStories #DualParachuteMalfunction #SkydivingSurvivors #AdrenalineSurvival #ThrillingTales #SkydivingHeroes #AdventureSurvival #SurvivalAgainstOdds #SkydivingCourage #InspiringSurvival #SurvivalAgainstAllOdds #SkydivingMiracles #AdventureAwaits #SurvivalExperience #SkydivingFacts #EnjoyFreeFall

[causeofdeath100seconds]

S3 E13: 100 Seconds to Midnight: War Crimes Part III: Humanitarianism

#donate #genocide #humanitarianefforts #operationwhitestork #prayforukraine #projectdynamo #russia #supportukraine #survivalstories #teamrubicon #ukraine #war #warcrimes

[cookie-town-by-rila]

I was supposed to write a travel essay or personal Essay for class but wasn't sure if this was good enough so, tell me what you think.

Nature and modern technology do not mix well especially when we are in an underdeveloped and traditional area.

It was the summer of 2015, we went on a vacation to Hasanur for about a week. When we were there our usual activities would be ‘going on car rides in the forest routes trying to find animals’, and few games with family. This time we decided to do something different and pay a visit to the farmlands around us. Hence we went to a neighbourhood called ‘Palaiyahasanur’. It was not our first time going there but we forgot how the place did not have any roads at all. There was only mud roads which became like swamps during rain, completely unsuitable for cars or any other vehicles.

The weather was all sunny and blue when we started but as we made our way nearer to those muddy puddles of a road it started to drizzle slowly. My dad was as usual, busy on the phone dealing with business and did not notice the roads or the rain, though he was on the co-driver seat.

Since he did not say anything our driver kept on going but slowly as the rains had become heavy now. Only after the phone signal was cut, did my dad realise the situation we were in, and decided to turn around. As the driver tried to reverse the car, it did not move. Instead it started sliding sideway into the muddy ditch like small trench.

Dad got out in the pouring rain and pushed the car from sideways as the driver accelerated it forward and backward, with no luck. My dad simply kept trying and with the given force the car moved sideways and he slipped and jumped into the small trench. Then we went forward for a couple miles to look for a spot to turn around, before the car got completely and utterly stuck in the muddy puddle ‘the road like thing’ had become in the showers.

There was little to no signal in that area but somehow they called a tractor to pull out the car. We got out the car and, we ladies, that is, my mother, sister and myself started to walk away to get to the village part from the farming area. All of us were drenched in the rain and yet our feet were muddy. My dad stayed there with the driver to get the car out. My sister was very young and we still carried her around in our arms from time to time, as she had just started walking. None of us could carry my baby sister for a long distance, as it was hard to even walk in that pouring rain and slippery mud puddles.

After a while of trying to get the car out, the tractor got stuck in the mud puddle as well. It is hilarious to recollect it now, but the experience itself was….no words to describe the emotions we felt then. We had to call a second tractor to get the first tractor from the mud puddle then our car. It was very dangerous to travel back the same way we came in our car, but we had no choice but to hope and pray that it does not get stuck in any other part of the road as the entire area’s roads were no more than puddle of mud by then.

The driver drove the car very slowly and carefully in the puddle and rain. We ladies had already started walking to the nearby village, we continued by walking itself, and dad also came walking beside the car from time to time. We realised the dangers of walking in such an environment, that is, in the side of the road, the trench or the path like spot between the road and the farming lands. There were electrical fencing around the fields, to keep out wild animals especially elephants which are very common in the area.

As the mud was very slippery to walk in, we found it difficult to balance and even stand straight. I was in the lead with my sister following close behind me and my mom in the rear, watching over my baby sister. We were careful not to even brush against the fence as it was raining and we might get shocked to death, but my sister being so little she almost slipped and accidentally touched, if only for a second, the electric fence. She received a current shock and started crying and my mother immediately touched her and the current passed through to her as well.

After hours and hours of struggled walking, we slowly reached the village area, as the rain gratefully stopped. A nice lady provided us with some water to wash off the mud. She spoke Kannada. It was a miracle that she even understood what we needed and helped us in our time of need.

We waited in front of her hut for a while for my dad or the car, when none came, we continued our walk with feet hurting like hell. We had not even realised that, during our dire walk in the rain and mud. We had almost reached the end of the village when my dad and the car caught up with us and we returned home. It was about 6:00 o’clock and we hurriedly had lunch and retired for the day, exhausted but relieved to be under the safe roof of our home, away from home.

There was not one but many lessons to take away from such an experience . The one that really stood out to me was how we were able to stay calm and collected, and tackle the obstacles irrelevant of how we felt. Life is filled with mountains and hills off obstacles and failures along with the success and pleasures. We must heed no attention to our emotions during a time of crisis, it would do no good to sit and feel bad or cry our eyes out. Instead, we pick and dust ourselves, think with a straight head a logical sequence of actions to achieve the desired results.

There are no words to express the mix of complicated emotions and thoughts running through each of us. It did not matter though, we kept trying and when the first try failed, we did not lose heart and sink into a ball of misery, rather tried again and got out alright. We supported, helped and console each other as a family is supposed to do.

Our ages did not matter, all of us went through the same experience and we can I’m sure remember till death that it was unpleasant, though, now, when we look back, reminiscing memories we only laugh and see it in a humorous light. Thrilling, fearful, panic stricken, humorous, life threatening and a crying baby with us is a few words about the whole experience.

Sure, panic is a default mode for people in such dire situations. The key is to lock that panic stricken emotions and fear into a box, lock the key and throw it away and focus on logic and reason. So that, our next action would let us escape. It does not matter if we fail on the first step towards getting out, we keep trying and trying until we get it right and done, just like the people climbing the highest mountain peak of the Mount Everest.

#NatureAdventure FamilyTravel VillageLife SurvivalStory LessonsLearned MuddyAdventures EmbracingChallenges LifeReflections

[klaus-nether]

The joy of digging - William Schmidt, John Bentinck, William Lyttle

#youtube #urbanlegend #moleman #nethertales #survivalstory #tunnel #frugal #lovesolitude #undergroundtunnels #preservinghistory #legacy #privacy

[regoartists]

Here is a little gift I made for @ellie_rego117 and her story , Shining In A New World on Wattpad , go show her some love 🫡❤️ #art #conceptart #monster #creature #creaturedesign #wattpad #wattpadstory #fantasy #survivalstory #shininginanewworld #carrilrego #regoartists https://www.instagram.com/p/CneubxauvjU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#art #conceptart #monster #creature #creaturedesign #wattpad #wattpadstory #fantasy #survivalstory #shininginanewworld #carrilrego #regoartists

[fabioemme78]

#PatientZero #MattSmith #NatalieDormer #StanleyTucci #HorrorMovie #ZombieApocalypse #SurvivalStory #PandemicPanic