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The Zong Massacre: Legal Precedent and Human Cost
In this episode, we examine the legal aftermath of the Zong massacre, where enslaved Africans were thrown overboard in an insurance fraud scheme. Lucas and Luna discuss how the case reached Lord Mansfield at the King's Bench court in London, revealing the chilling logic that treated human beings as 'chattels' for financial compensation. We explore Granville Sharp’s desperate efforts to secure justice against the West India Merchants, who defended their actions under maritime law. The conversation delves into the specific arguments made by Captain Collingwood and the jury’s…
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