A STAIN ON HUMANITY: THE ZONG MASSACRE

A Stain on Humanity: The Zong Massacre

In the heart of 1790, a horrific act took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke|John|], ordered that over 130 African captives be cast to their deaths. These horrors was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a calculation to maximize insurance payout for the lost slaves.

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The Anglo-Russian Rivalry in Central Asia: A Shadowy Struggle

Throughout the late 1800s, a subtle but intense competition for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist administration 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 political intrigue, manipulating local leader

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