Slavomir Rawicz

Slavomir Rawicz was a Polish soldier and adventurer who is famous for his alleged escape from a Soviet gulag during World War II. According to his account, he, along with others, escaped from Siberian prison and journeyed approximately 4,000 miles across the Russian wilderness, eventually reaching British India. His story was popularized in the book "The long walk," but some historians question its accuracy, suggesting it may be exaggerated or fictional. Regardless, Rawicz's tale has become a symbol of resilience and the human spirit’s capacity to endure extreme hardship.