Jo Myong-rok vs Shang Zhixin

Jo Myong-rok was promoted to the rank of Vice Marshal, a high military rank in North Korea. This promotion recognized his role in the military and political hierarchy under Kim Jong-il.

Jo Myong-rok was appointed First Vice Chairman of the National Defense Commission, the second-highest position in North Korea's top governing body. This made him a key figure in the Kim Jong-il regime.

Jo Myong-rok, as First Vice Chairman of the National Defense Commission, visited the White House as a special envoy of Kim Jong-il. He met with U.S. President Bill Clinton, marking the highest-level North Korean visit to the United States at that time.

Shang Zhixin joined Wu Sangui's rebellion against the Qing. He led forces in Guangdong, attacking Qing garrisons and attempting to expand his territory.

Shang Zhixin inherited the title of Prince of Pingnan after his father Shang Kexi's death. He controlled Guangdong as one of the Three Feudatories under the Qing.

Qing armies defeated Shang Zhixin's forces in Guangdong. He was forced to retreat and his rebellion collapsed as Qing forces regained control of the province.

Shang Zhixin surrendered to the Qing after his defeat. He was initially pardoned but later executed for his role in the rebellion.

Shang Zhixin was executed by the Qing for his rebellion. His death ended the Shang family's power in Guangdong and further consolidated Qing control over southern China.