Saad Zaghloul vs Yao Qisheng

Zaghloul and other Egyptian nationalists formed the Wafd Party to represent Egyptian interests at the Paris Peace Conference. The party became the dominant political force in Egypt, advocating for independence and constitutional government.

Saad Zaghloul led a delegation (Wafd) to demand Egyptian independence from British rule. After his exile to Malta, mass protests and civil disobedience erupted across Egypt, forcing Britain to reconsider its occupation.

British authorities arrested Zaghloul and three colleagues and exiled them to Malta. This act triggered the 1919 revolution, with widespread strikes, protests, and violence across Egypt, forcing Britain to release them.

Zaghloul became Egypt's first popularly elected prime minister under the 1923 constitution. His government focused on negotiating with Britain for full independence, but he resigned in November 1924 after the assassination of Sir Lee Stack.

Yao Qisheng was appointed Governor of Fujian by the Kangxi Emperor. He played a key role in planning the Qing campaign against the Three Feudatories and the conquest of Taiwan.

Yao Qisheng devised the strategy that led to the defeat of Geng Jingzhong's rebellion in Fujian. He coordinated Qing forces and used diplomacy to weaken the rebels.

Yao Qisheng strongly urged the Kangxi Emperor to launch a naval campaign against Koxinga's descendants on Taiwan. He argued that Taiwan was essential for coastal security.

Yao Qisheng supervised the building of a large Qing navy in Fujian for the invasion of Taiwan. He ensured the fleet was equipped with ships and supplies for the campaign.

Yao Qisheng served as a key official during the Qing conquest of Taiwan. He managed logistics and diplomacy, contributing to the surrender of the Zheng regime.