A STAIN ON HUMANITY: THE ZONG MASSACRE

A Stain on Humanity: The Zong Massacre

In the belly of 1781, a monstrous deed took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke|John|William], ordered that over 130 African captives be thrown to their deaths. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a need to secure insurance payout for the lost slaves. Ev

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The Great Game: An Anglo-Russian Rivalry in Central Asia

Throughout the late 1800s, a subtle but intense struggle 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. Each power engaged in a web of secret diplomacy, supporting various factions. Their ambitions oft

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