A DARK CHAPTER IN HISTORY: THE ZONG MASSACRE

In the belly of 1790, a monstrous deed 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 into the sea. These horrors was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a need to maximize insurance payout for the lost slaves.

Throughout the late Victorian era, a subtle but intense rivalry for influence gripped Central Asia. The British Empire| 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, manipulating local leaders.