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Manuel GodedSpanish military leader, general
Date of Birth: 15.10.1882
Country:  Spain |
Content:
- Manuel Goded Llopis: Spanish Military Leader
- Military Career: Moroccan Campaigns and the Rif War
- Service Under General Sanjurjo and Rise to Power
- Return to Service and the Second Spanish Republic
- Involvement in Military Conspiracies and the Asturias Revolt
- Military Command and Republican Government
- Leadership of the Military Uprising and the Spanish Civil War
- Defeat in Barcelona and Capture
- Trial and Execution
Manuel Goded Llopis: Spanish Military Leader
Early Life and EducationManuel Goded Llopis was born in Santo Domingo de Silos, Spain, into a military family. He attended the Infantry Academy in Toledo and later the Higher Military School.
Military Career: Moroccan Campaigns and the Rif War
In 1913, Goded became an officer of the General Staff. He distinguished himself during the Moroccan Campaigns between 1924 and 1927, earning the Military Medal for his bravery. He played a crucial role in the Spanish victory over the Moroccan tribes during the Alhucemas landing in 1925.
Service Under General Sanjurjo and Rise to Power
Goded served as chief of staff to General José Sanjurjo. In 1926, he was promoted to brigadier general and the following year to major general. He initially supported the dictatorship of General Miguel Primo de Rivera but later turned against it and was dismissed from service.
Return to Service and the Second Spanish Republic
After the resignation of Primo de Rivera, Goded returned to active duty. In 1930, he became Deputy Minister of War. With the proclamation of the Second Spanish Republic in 1931, he was appointed Chief of the General Staff.
Involvement in Military Conspiracies and the Asturias Revolt
Goded participated in the "Sanjurjo Uprising" in 1932, leading to his dismissal once again. In 1934, he collaborated with General Francisco Franco in suppressing the workers' revolt in Asturias.
Military Command and Republican Government
In 1935, Goded was appointed commander of the troops on the Balearic Islands. However, he became involved in a military conspiracy against the government to prevent the Popular Front from coming to power. As a result, he was transferred back to the Balearic Islands, a virtual exile.
Leadership of the Military Uprising and the Spanish Civil War
On July 19, 1936, Goded led the military uprising on the Balearic Islands, successfully establishing control over Majorca and Ibiza. He then flew to Barcelona, where he attempted to seize the city, which had strong Republican support.
Defeat in Barcelona and Capture
On July 20, Goded's forces took over central Barcelona. However, Republican resistance, including anarchists, left-wing activists, and the Guardia Civil, proved too strong. Goded's troops were forced back into barracks, where they were blockaded. The Republican forces eventually stormed the barracks, capturing Goded.
Trial and Execution
Following the failure of the uprising, Goded was forced to issue a radio message calling for an end to the military actions. He was imprisoned on the ship "Uruguay" and sentenced to death. On August 12, 1936, General Goded was executed at Montjuïc Castle, along with General Fernández Burriel.
