A DARK CHAPTER IN HISTORY: THE ZONG MASSACRE

In the depths of 1825, a monstrous deed took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke|John|], demanded that over 130 African captives be dumped into the sea. The massacre was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a need to maximize insurance payout for the lost slaves. All

Throughout the late Victorian era, a subtle but intense competition for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist administration of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this remote and alluring region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. The two rival states engaged in a web of political intrigue, manipulating local le