Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-15th century transformed the world. This groundbreaking device enabled the mass production of literature, breaking the previous control of knowledge held by the church. Before Gutenberg's innovation, books were painstakingly written by hand, making them scarce and accessible only to th
A Stain on Humanity: The Zong Massacre
In the belly of 1790, a monstrous deed took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by a lust for profit, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||William], demanded that over 130 African captives be cast to their deaths. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by the desire to maximize insurance payout for the lost
Gutenberg's Legacy: The Printing Press and the Birth of Mass Communication
Johannes Gutenberg’s invention transformed the course of history with his ingenious printing press. Prior to this groundbreaking development, knowledge was limited to a select few who could afford to purchase handwritten manuscripts. However, Gutenberg’s innovation allowed for the large-scale copying of texts, making information more available