In the heart of 1781, a horrific act took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by callousness, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke|John|], ordered that over 130 African captives be dumped overboard. These horrors was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a need to maximize insurance payout for the lost slaves. All
A Sweet Disaster: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919
On a crisp September day in 1918, the calm streets of Boston's North End were abruptly violated by an unexpected and horrific catastrophe. A massive storage holding thousands of gallons of molasses, a popular ingredient at the time, suddenly ruptured, sending a thick wave of brown goo through the streets like a tsunami. Buildings were destroyed, tr
Iconic Movie Moments You Won't Forget
Movies have a special ability to transport us to other worlds and create memories that last with us forever. Some moments in cinematic history are so captivating that they become instantly famous. Let's a few of those unforgettable scenes: This iconic lightsaber duel between Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader in "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the