Several notable figures are associated with the hobo lifestyle, including writers, musicians, and even some politicians. Notable examples include Woody Guthrie, a folk musician; Jack Kerouac, an author associated with the Beat Generation; and A-No. 1 (Leon Ray Livingston), a famous hobo and author who perfected the hobo symbol system.
Here's a more detailed look at some famous hobos:
Woody Guthrie: A prominent American folk musician known for his songs about the working class and the American West, Guthrie also experienced hoboing firsthand, influencing his music and lyrics.
Jack Kerouac: A key figure in the Beat Generation, Kerouac's novels like "On the Road" explored the hobo and wanderer lifestyle, capturing the romanticized view of the freedom and adventure associated with it.
A-No. 1 (Leon Ray Livingston): A lifelong wanderer who rode the rails and stowed away on ships, Livingston became known for his detailed knowledge of the hobo code and his books about his experiences.
Gypsy Moon (Jacqueline K. Schmidt): A key figure in hobo history and culture, Gypsy Moon collected oral histories from other hobos and became a National Queen of the Hobos.
Joseph Leon Ben-Morris Cohen Segal Lazarowitz: A Jewish hobo champion and president of the Rambling Hobo Fellowship.
Emma Bertha “Boxcar Betty” Link: A five-time hobo queen.
Hobo Ben “Coast to Coast Kid” Benson: Another notable hobo.
Joe_McCarthy -1 points 3 weeks ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leon_Ray_Livingston
In looking over the above dude this also interestingly came up:
https://youtu.be/PEOTh1lwO68?si=MdbLrLdK8RBcm9Dt
Then there is this:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mountain_Men_(TV_series)
This will all be much more relevant in the future... reskill as Zerzan says.