THE ATROCITY ON THE ZONG

In the heart 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||William], demanded that over 130 African captives be cast overboard. The massacre was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a need to increase insurance payout for the lost slave

Throughout the late 19th century, a subtle but intense rivalry for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist administration 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, playing chess with national destinies.