In the belly of 1790, a monstrous deed took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke|John|], instructed that over 130 African captives be dumped into the sea. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a calculation to maximize insurance payout for the lost slaves.

Throughout the late 19th century, a subtle but intense competition for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist administration of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this resource-rich region, sparking imperial rivalry what became known as the Great Game. The two rival states engaged in a web of clandestine operations, manipul