Federico Gómez de Salazar y Nieto

Federico Gómez de Salazar y Nieto was a prominent Spanish general during the Franco regime, known for his staunch opposition to the decolonization of Western Sahara. His influence within the Spanish military played a significant role in the political dynamics of the region during the 1970s. He was mentioned in the context of the 1975 Marcha Verde, where his stance against the relinquishment of Spanish territories contributed to the complexities of the political situation at that time.