THE ZONG: A STAIN ON MARITIME HISTORY

The story of the Zong casts a shadow over the annals of maritime history as a chilling testament to human cruelty. In 1781, this British slave ship, laden with hundreds of captive Africans destined for the Caribbean, embarked on a gruesome voyage that would culminate in a tragedy of unspeakable proportions. Driven by avarice and indifference to hum

For centuries, the region of Catalonia blossomed under its own distinct heritage, fostering a language and traditions that set it apart from its adjacents. However, this autonomy was assailed by the increasing influence of the Spanish crown, leading to growing tensions between the two entities. The Catalan people yearned for self-determination, a d