In the depths of 1790, a horrific act took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||], ordered that over 130 African captives be dumped overboard. The massacre was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a need to maximize insurance payout for the lost slaves. Every single l

Throughout the late 1800s, a subtle but intense rivalry for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist government of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this remote and alluring region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. Each power engaged in a web of secret diplomacy, manipulating local leaders. Their goals often cla