Peng Dehuai vs Teodoro Obiang Nguema

Peng Dehuai was appointed commander of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army in Korea. He led Chinese forces to initial victories against UN forces, pushing them back from the Yalu River and capturing Seoul.

Peng Dehuai was appointed Minister of National Defense, overseeing the modernization of the People's Liberation Army. He advocated for professional military reforms and reduced the influence of political commissars.

Peng Dehuai wrote a letter to Mao Zedong criticizing the Great Leap Forward's economic policies and their human cost. Mao responded by purging Peng, labeling him a 'right opportunist' and removing him from all posts.

Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo led a coup that overthrew his uncle, President Francisco Mac

Obiang ordered the execution of his uncle and several former officials, consolidating his power. The executions were part of a broader purge of political opponents and marked the start of his repressive regime.

Obiang won a presidential election with 97.8% of the vote, but the election was widely criticized as fraudulent by international observers. He has since been re-elected multiple times in similarly disputed polls.

Obiang survived a coup attempt allegedly involving foreign mercenaries, including Mark Thatcher. The plot was foiled, and the perpetrators were tried and imprisoned, further entrenching Obiang's rule.

Obiang became the longest-serving current head of state in the world, surpassing Paul Biya of Cameroon. His tenure has been marked by authoritarianism, corruption, and human rights abuses.