THE ATROCITY ON THE ZONG

In the heart of 1790, a monstrous deed took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||William], instructed that over 130 African captives be dumped into the sea. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by the desire to secure insurance payout for the lost slaves. Ev

Throughout the late Victorian era, a subtle but intense rivalry for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist government of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this remote and alluring region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. Both empires engaged in a web of secret diplomacy, manipulating local leaders. Their goals