COMMANDER // 1844–1937
Manuel Macías
Lifespan
1844 – 1937
Profile
Manuel Macías y Casado, OIC was a Spanish general. He served as Governor-General of Puerto Rico during the Spanish–American War and as governor of Melilla, and occupied various other posts. Born in Teruel, Spain, Macías attended the Colegio de Infantería and became a sub-lieutenant at the age of 17. He became a lieutenant in Cuba on January 1, 1863. In December 1863 he was transferred to Santo Domingo. He was promoted to captain in March 1864. He remained in Santo Domingo until 1865.