In the belly of 1825, a monstrous deed took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by greed, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||William], ordered that over 130 African captives be thrown into the sea. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate Cultural Significance decision driven by a need to increase insurance payout for the … Read More

On a crisp January day in 1918, the quiet streets of Boston's North End were abruptly violated by an unexpected and devastating disaster. A massive reservoir holding hundreds of thousands of gallons of molasses, a popular treat at the time, suddenly burst, sending a sticky wave of brown sludge through the streets like a flood. Buildings were destro… Read More

Movies have a unique ability to transport us to other worlds and create memories that last with us forever. Some moments in cinematic history are so memorable that they become instantly iconic. Here'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 Je… Read More