A TRAGEDY ONBOARD THE ZONG

A Tragedy Onboard The Zong

The story of the Zong sinks into the annals of maritime history as a chilling testament to human cruelty. In 1781, this British slave ship, laden with hundreds of captive Africans bound for the Caribbean, embarked on a atrocious voyage that would end in a tragedy of unspeakable proportions. Driven by avarice and indifference to human life, the crew

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Carols and Ceasefires in No Man's Land

In the heartache trenches of World War I, a remarkable story unfolded during the Christmas season of 1914. Amidst the violence and horror, an unprecedented pause emerged between warring factions. As the bells of Christmas chimed throughout Europe, soldiers on both sides ventured out of their barricades. A scene of unprecedented brotherhood unfolded

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