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August 2, 2025 11 mins

In this episode, we dive into one of the most infamous events in British colonial history, the Black Hole of Calcutta. On the night of June 20, 1756, a small, overcrowded prison cell became the site of a horrific tragedy. Join us as we explore the grim events leading to the Black Hole’s creation, the impact on British colonial rule in India, and its enduring legacy in the history of empire and imperialism.

 

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