Shi Lang

Shi Lang defected from the Ming loyalist Zheng family to the Qing dynasty. He had previously served under Zheng Zhilong but switched sides after a personal conflict. The Qing appointed him as a naval commander, using his expertise against the Zheng regime.

Shi Lang was appointed Admiral of the Qing navy. He was tasked with building a fleet capable of challenging the Zheng family's naval power, which controlled Taiwan and the southeastern coast. He oversaw shipbuilding and training of sailors.

Shi Lang commanded the Qing naval expedition that invaded Taiwan, then held by the Zheng family. His fleet defeated the Zheng navy at the Battle of Penghu, forcing the surrender of Zheng Keshuang and bringing Taiwan under Qing control.

Shi Lang's fleet engaged and defeated the Zheng navy at the Battle of Penghu (Pescadores). The victory destroyed the main Zheng naval force and opened the way for the Qing invasion of Taiwan. The battle was decisive in ending Zheng resistance.

After the conquest of Taiwan, Shi Lang was appointed as the first Qing governor of the island. He advocated for Taiwan's incorporation into Fujian province and oversaw the establishment of Qing administration, including military garrisons and civil governance.