Aurelius Achilleus vs Zhang Xiu

Aurelius Achilleus was appointed corrector (governor) of Alexandria by the usurper Domitius Domitianus. This position gave him administrative and military authority over the city during the rebellion against Diocletian.

Following the death of Domitius Domitianus, Aurelius Achilleus assumed leadership of the Egyptian revolt against Diocletian. He continued to hold Alexandria and resist imperial forces for several more months.

Diocletian's forces finally captured Alexandria and defeated the rebellion. Aurelius Achilleus was executed, ending the last major revolt in Egypt during Diocletian's reign. The suppression led to harsh reprisals against the city.

Zhang Xiu ambushed Cao Cao's forces at Wancheng after Cao Cao seduced Zhang Xiu's aunt. The surprise attack killed Cao Cao's son Cao Ang, his nephew Cao Anmin, and his general Dian Wei. Zhang Xiu then allied with Liu Biao.

Zhang Xiu surrendered to Cao Cao on the advice of his strategist Jia Xu. Cao Cao accepted his submission, married Zhang Xiu's daughter to his son, and granted him a marquisate. This ended their conflict and strengthened Cao Cao's forces.

Zhang Xiu fought under Cao Cao at the Battle of Guandu against Yuan Shao. His contribution helped Cao Cao secure a decisive victory, which established Cao Cao's dominance over northern China.

Zhang Xiu died of illness during Cao Cao's campaign against the Wuhuan tribes in the north. His death removed a key general from Cao Cao's army, but the campaign succeeded in pacifying the northern frontier.