Count Josef Fridolin Vinzenz Aloys Reding von Biberegg (Schwyz, 6 March 1765 – Schwyz, 5 February 1818) was a Swiss military officer and politician, best known for leading an early revolt against the Helvetic Republic.
Early life and career
Reding was born in Schwyz, Switzerland, to Theodor Anton Reding, a lieutenant-colonel in the Spanish Army, and Magdalena Freuler. In 1781, he followed his brothers Theodor and Nazar and became a mercenary in Spanish service. Despite capturing several territories, Reding was forced to retreat and focus on the defense of his own canton.