Shilong coup (Martian timeline)

On [date], a coup in Tiansheng by elements of the military led by Yin Jianying successfully overthrew the rule by the Four Snakeheads. The coup was preceded by increasing negative public sentiment towards the Snakeheads as a result of a period of socioeconomic turmoil following the Jìnzhan revolution.

Following the takeover of capital Hongjing, the military declared martial law over planetary Tiansheng, and later over Tiansheng Island groups as well. The established dictatorship hunted down left-wing movements in the country, especially targeting the Snakeheads and others responsible for the Jinzhan revolution.

The coup was extensively supported by the Pirate Confederation's leaders. For weeks prior to the coup, Shi Shanghen's fleet launched attacks on several Islands in order to draw the attention of military units not part of the coup, leaving Hongjing isolated. Yin also met extensively with Confederation boss Shi Ching, who provided extensive funding for the coup.

Most of Mars recognized the military government as legitimate following the coup, though some former supporters of the old government including the Hellan Federation were among those who refused.