Ricimer vs Yang Hu

Ricimer, as magister militum, led a revolt against Emperor Avitus, defeating him at the Battle of Placentia. Avitus was deposed and later died, establishing Ricimer as the power behind the throne in the Western Roman Empire.

Ricimer deposed and executed Emperor Majorian, whom he had previously supported. This act demonstrated Ricimer's control over the Western Empire and led to a series of weak emperors who served at his pleasure.

Ricimer besieged Rome to depose Emperor Anthemius, whom he had appointed. After capturing the city, Ricimer allowed his troops to sack it, causing widespread destruction. Anthemius was killed, and Ricimer installed Olybrius as emperor.

Yang Hu adopted a strategy of winning over Wu's border populations through fair treatment and economic incentives, rather than aggressive warfare. This reduced resistance and built goodwill for the eventual invasion.

Yang Hu was appointed as the commander of Jin's forces in the Xiangyang region, tasked with preparing for the conquest of Eastern Wu. He focused on building up military strength and winning the loyalty of the local population.

On his deathbed, Yang Hu recommended Du Yu to the Jin emperor as the commander to lead the final conquest of Wu. This recommendation was accepted and proved crucial to the campaign's success.

Yang Hu died of illness before the Jin invasion of Wu began. His preparations and policies laid the groundwork for the eventual unification of China under the Jin dynasty.