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Howard Bridgewater was my great-uncle and is indeed the same man who worked for the Financial Times (his father was one of its founders) and wrote the pamphlet about Bacon among other items.He died in 1956 - I met him only once at a family wedding anniversary party. I have various photos of him and genealogical details if you are interested.. He told the family that while he was imprisoned he and fellow officers were allowed to leave the camp at night to sleep somewhere more comfortable, provided they gave their parole as officers and gentlemen that they would return to camp in the morning, which they did. I hope this helps your research. Best wishes, Avril

Picture in case of interest. Avril

Wonderful photograph! Thank you so much for posting. Do you have any genealogical information on him too?

Howard was born on May 23, 1877 and died on 31 May 1956. He married Ella Sangster in 1907 and they had two children, the oldest being Thornton Howard, "Tony", who became well known for his work with Baird developing early television. There were many stories in the family regarding Howard's exploits and he was described at least once in my hearing as "barking mad"! In early 1900 the family was told that Howard had been killed in action but this was not the case and the attached letter later came through. I hope it comes out OK. Avril

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While clearing our prior to moving house I have found a copy (not very clear) of a letter written by Howard Bridgewater to his younger brother Geoffrey (my grandfather) then aged 15. I am attaching pictures of the letter (not very politically correct I am afraid) in case it is of interest. Avril