Bob Denard vs Pavel Batov

Denard led a group of mercenaries in overthrowing President Ahmed Abdallah of the Comoros. The coup installed a new government, but Denard remained a power broker behind the scenes, marking the start of his influence in the islands.

Denard orchestrated a second coup in the Comoros, overthrowing the leftist government of Ali Soilih. He restored Ahmed Abdallah to power and became the de facto ruler of the country, commanding the presidential guard.

After the 1978 coup, Denard was appointed commander of the Presidential Guard. He effectively controlled the Comoros' security apparatus, using his position to enrich himself and maintain power through violence and intimidation.

Denard attempted another coup in the Comoros, but this time French forces intervened. He was arrested and deported to France, where he was tried and imprisoned for his role in the 1995 coup attempt.

Batov commanded the 65th Army during the Battle of Stalingrad. His forces fought in the city and later participated in Operation Uranus, the encirclement of the German 6th Army.

Batov's 65th Army fought in the Battle of Kursk, defending the northern face of the salient. His forces repelled German attacks and later participated in the counteroffensive that liberated Orel.

Batov's 65th Army crossed the Danube River during the Belgrade Offensive. The crossing was conducted under fire and enabled the Soviet advance into Hungary and the encirclement of Budapest.

Batov was appointed Commander of the Carpathian Military District. He held this position until 1958, overseeing Soviet forces in western Ukraine and the border with NATO countries.