A DARK CHAPTER IN HISTORY: THE ZONG MASSACRE

In the belly of 1790, a monstrous deed took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by callousness, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||], instructed that over 130 African captives be dumped to their deaths. The massacre was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by the desire to increase insurance payout for the lost slav

Throughout the late 19th century, a subtle but intense competition for influence gripped Central Asia. The British Empire| The Tsarist regime 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, manipulating local leaders. The