In the 1820s, Russian explorer Ferdinand von Wrangel led expeditions surveying the coasts of the East Siberian and Chukchi Seas, contributing valuable geographic and scientific data. His efforts included overland treks under harsh conditions. The work enhanced Russian Arctic claims and mapping.

Ferdinand von Wrangel's 1824 exploration of the Siberian Arctic not only contributed to geographical knowledge but also inspired Russian poets like Alexander Pushkin. Their works began to incorporate the stark beauty and isolation of the Arctic landscape, reflecting a deep connection to nature and the human spirit's resilience.