Lautaro vs Tran Dai Quang

Lautaro was captured by Spanish conquistadors as a youth and served as a yanacona (indigenous servant) under Pedro de Valdivia. He learned Spanish military tactics, horsemanship, and the use of firearms, which he later used against them.

Lautaro led Mapuche forces to a decisive victory at the Battle of Tucapel, where they ambushed and killed Spanish governor Pedro de Valdivia. The victory marked a major setback for Spanish colonization in Chile and inspired further Mapuche resistance.

Lautaro escaped Spanish service and returned to the Mapuche, where he became a military leader. He organized a major uprising against Spanish settlements in Chile, using tactics learned from the Spanish, such as cavalry charges and coordinated attacks.

Lautaro defeated a Spanish force at the Battle of Marihue

Lautaro was killed in a surprise Spanish attack at the Battle of Mataquito. His death was a significant blow to the Mapuche resistance, but his tactics and leadership inspired future generations of Mapuche warriors.

Tran Dai Quang was elected President of Vietnam by the National Assembly, succeeding Truong Tan Sang. As a former general and Minister of Public Security, he brought a security-focused approach to the presidency.

Tran Dai Quang died in office on September 21, 2018, at the age of 61, due to a serious illness. His death triggered a presidential succession, with Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh serving as acting president.