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 control of knowledge held by the clergy. Before Gutenberg's invention, books were painstakingly transcribed by hand, making them scarce and accessible only
The Atrocity on the Zong
In the depths of 1790, a abominable crime took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by callousness, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||William], ordered that over 130 African captives be cast to their deaths. This act was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by a calculation to secure insurance payout for the lost sl
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 scattered 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 t