Abdul Salam Arif vs Geng Jingzhong

Arif was a key member of the Free Officers group that overthrew the Iraqi monarchy. He personally led the assault on the Royal Palace and announced the republic on radio, becoming a prominent figure in the new regime.

Following the Ba'athist coup that overthrew Qasim, Arif was appointed President of Iraq. He initially shared power with the Ba'ath Party but soon consolidated authority, sidelining Ba'athist leaders including Saddam Hussein.

Arif's government issued Law 80, which expropriated 99.5% of the concession area held by the Iraq Petroleum Company. This move asserted state control over oil resources and increased government revenue, though full nationalization came later.

Arif died when his helicopter crashed in southern Iraq under unclear circumstances. His death was officially ruled an accident, but suspicions of sabotage persisted. He was succeeded by his brother, Abdul Rahman Arif.

Geng Jingzhong inherited the title of Prince of Jingnan from his father Geng Jimao. He became one of the Three Feudatories, ruling over Fujian with significant autonomy under the Qing.

Geng Jingzhong joined Wu Sangui's rebellion against the Qing. He raised an army in Fujian and attacked Qing positions, hoping to expand his territory and power.

Qing armies under Kangxi Emperor's command besieged Geng Jingzhong in Fuzhou. His rebellion faltered as Qing forces regained control of neighboring provinces.

Geng Jingzhong surrendered to the Qing after his defeat. He was initially pardoned and allowed to retain his title, but was later executed for his rebellion.

Geng Jingzhong was executed by the Qing for his role in the rebellion. His death marked the end of the Geng family's power in Fujian and the consolidation of Qing control.