Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-15th century revolutionized the world. This groundbreaking technology enabled the mass production of texts, breaking the previous monopoly of knowledge held by the religious institutions. Before Gutenberg's innovation, books were painstakingly written by hand, making them rare and acce… Read More


In the depths of 1781, a horrific act took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by callousness, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke|John|], instructed that over 130 African captives be cast overboard. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by the desire to secure insurance payout for the lost slaves. Each … Read More