K. M. Cariappa vs Mike Hoare

Cariappa was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services during World War II. He served in the Burma Campaign and other theaters, commanding troops.

As a senior commander, Cariappa played a key role in the military operations during the first Indo-Pakistani war over Kashmir. He coordinated Indian forces to repel tribal invaders and secure the state's accession to India.

K. M. Cariappa was appointed as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, succeeding General Sir Roy Bucher. This marked the Indianization of the army's top leadership after independence.

After retiring from the army, Cariappa served as India's High Commissioner to Australia. He focused on diplomatic relations and trade, representing India in the Commonwealth.

Hoare was hired by the Congolese government to command 5 Commando, a unit of white mercenaries. His mission was to suppress the Simba rebellion, which he did with brutal efficiency, earning the nickname 'Mad Mike'.

Hoare's 5 Commando participated in Operation Dragon Rouge, a joint Belgian-US mission to rescue hostages held by Simba rebels in Stanleyville. The operation successfully freed hundreds of hostages but resulted in many rebel casualties.

Hoare led a group of mercenaries in an attempt to overthrow the government of the Seychelles. The coup failed when the mercenaries were discovered at the airport, leading to a shootout and their eventual capture or escape.

After the failed Seychelles coup, Hoare and his men hijacked an Air India plane to escape. He was arrested in South Africa, tried for hijacking, and sentenced to prison, though he was released after a few years.