A DARK CHAPTER IN HISTORY: THE ZONG MASSACRE

In the heart of 1790, a abominable crime took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by a lust for profit, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||], demanded that over 130 African captives be cast to their deaths. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by the desire to maximize insurance payout for the lost slav

Throughout the late 1800s, 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 resource-rich region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. Both empires engaged in a web of clandestine operations, manipulating local leaders. The