Theodor von Reding (5 July 1755 – 23 April 1809) was born and raised in Switzerland where he commenced his military career. He served in Spain as a governor and general, leading Swiss and Spanish troops against Napoleonic forces and was admired for his leadership and bravery.He was born in Schwyz, the son of the aristocrat Josef Rudolf Reding von Biberegg (1726–1799).