THE ZONG: A DARK CHAPTER IN MARITIME HISTORY

The story of the Zong remains etched upon 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 culminate in a tragedy of unspeakable proportions. Driven by avarice and indifference to human

For centuries, the region of Catalonia thrived under its own distinct heritage, fostering a language and traditions that set it apart from its surrounding regions. However, this autonomy was challenged by the increasing influence of the Spanish crown, leading to growing tensions between the two entities. The Catalan people desired for self-determin