Ibrahim the Mad vs King Myeongjong of Joseon

Ibrahim I engaged in lavish spending, including building palaces, importing exotic animals, and demanding furs and jewels. This drained the treasury and led to inflation, contributing to the economic crisis that fueled his deposition.

Ibrahim I ordered the execution of his capable grand vizier Kemanke

Ibrahim I launched an invasion of Crete, then a Venetian possession. The Ottoman fleet captured Chania and other cities, beginning the Cretan War (1645-1669). This war drained Ottoman resources and lasted long after Ibrahim's death.

Ibrahim I was deposed by a Janissary revolt led by grand vizier Sofu Mehmed Pasha. He was strangled shortly after. His erratic behavior, including executing officials and excessive spending, had alienated the court and military.

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.