THE ATROCITY ON THE ZONG

The Atrocity on the Zong

In the depths 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||], instructed that over 130 African captives be cast overboard. These horrors was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a calculation to secure insurance payout for the lost s

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

Throughout the late Victorian era, a subtle but intense competition for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist regime of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this resource-rich region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. The two rival states engaged in a web of political intrigue, supporting various factions. Their

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