A TRAGEDY ONBOARD THE ZONG

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 transported to the Caribbean, embarked on a horrific voyage that would culminate in a tragedy of unspeakable proportions. Driven by avarice and indifference to h

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