Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-15th century revolutionized the world. This groundbreaking mechanism enabled the mass production of books, breaking the previous control of knowledge held by the clergy. Before Gutenberg's discovery, books were painstakingly written by hand, making them scarce and accessible only to th

In the depths of 1825, a horrific act took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||William], demanded that over 130 African captives be dumped to their deaths. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by the desire to secure insurance payout for the lost slaves. Ea

Johannes Gutenberg’s invention altered the course of history with his ingenious printing press. Prior to this groundbreaking development, knowledge was confined to a select few who could afford to purchase handwritten manuscripts. However, Gutenberg’s innovation allowed for the mass production of texts, making information more accessible to the