A STAIN ON HUMANITY: THE ZONG MASSACRE

In the depths of 1825, 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. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a need to secure insurance payout for the lost slaves. Eve

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 strategically important region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. The two rival states engaged in a web of clandestine operations, playing che