Erich von Labiau

Erich von Labiau (1784 - 1838) was a Prussian nobleman, politician, Leader of the Reactionary Faction, and general.

He was born in 1784 and raised in Labiau, Prussia, and was raised as a traditional reactionary and went to army schooling. He became part of the military at 18, and fought in the napoleonic wars and with napoleon's downfall he stayed as an officer without much fighting. During this downtime he spoke about his reactionary views and helped to try preventing liberal movements. during the revolts he fought valiantly to protect Prussia and after their losses in 1835 he formed the reactionary faction where he became the leader. in 1835 he was also promoted to General Lieutenant. In 1838 he was involved and took up a huge part in The Donnersmarck Plot after which he was executed for treason.