King Myeongjong of Joseon vs Tukoji Rao Holkar II

Myeongjong became king of Joseon at age 11 after the death of his half-brother Injong. His mother, Queen Munjeong, served as regent, effectively ruling the country for the first years of his reign.

Queen Munjeong, acting as regent, ordered a purge of the Yun Won-hyeong faction, executing many officials. This event, known as the Eulsa Literati Purge, eliminated political rivals and consolidated the regency's power.

Myeongjong began his personal rule after the death of his mother, Queen Munjeong. He attempted to stabilize the court but faced ongoing factional strife and was unable to reverse the damage from earlier purges.

King Myeongjong died without a male heir, ending his direct line. His death led to the accession of his nephew, King Seonjo, who would later face the Japanese invasions of Korea.

Tukoji Rao Holkar II became Maharaja of Indore at age 0 after the death of his father, Malhar Rao Holkar III. His reign was initially under a regency, and he later assumed full powers, ruling until his death in 1886.

Tukoji Rao Holkar II provided military support to the British East India Company during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. He sent troops to assist in suppressing the uprising in Central India, maintaining Indore's loyalty to the British.

Tukoji Rao Holkar II began the construction of the Lal Bagh Palace in Indore, a grand neoclassical residence. The palace was completed after his death and became a symbol of Holkar wealth and architectural patronage.