In the belly of 1825, a horrific act took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by callousness, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||William], instructed that over 130 African captives be thrown overboard. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by the desire to secure insurance payout for the lost slaves. A

Throughout the late Victorian era, a subtle but intense struggle 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. Each power engaged in a web of political intrigue, supporting various factions. Their am