A STAIN ON HUMANITY: THE ZONG MASSACRE

A Stain on Humanity: The Zong Massacre

In the belly of 1790, a horrific act took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||William], ordered that over 130 African captives be thrown into the sea. These horrors was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a need to secure insurance payout for the lost slaves. All of

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The Anglo-Russian Standoff in Central Asia: A Hidden Conflict

Throughout the late 19th century, a subtle but intense struggle for influence gripped Central Asia. The British Empire| The Tsarist administration of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this strategically important region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. Both empires engaged in a web of political intrigue, supporting various

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