Huel Ewby Bridges
1895-1974
Served in WWI & WWII


Photo Submitted by Don Bridges


Huel Ewby Bridges was born April 13, 1895 in Oklahoma to Henry F & Idella Ratterree Bridges On Dec 24, 1916 Huel married Maude Sarah Price in Greenwood, Sebstian Co., Ar. where they both resided. Maude died in 1929.

In WWI he registered at Greenwood, Sebastian Co, Ar. on June 5, 1918. His wife Maude was listed as a contact. No release date was found. In 1940 Huel is listed on the 1940 census record in Fresno California as a Lodger. His occupation is "Miner".

In WWII he registered for the draft in Miami, Ottawa Co. Oklahoma, giving his residence as Picher, Ottawa, Okla. On November 28, 1941 Huel enlisted in the US Army November 28, 1941 and was discharged March 4. 1942.

Huel Ewby Bridges passed away in Greenwood, Sebastian Co. Ar. and was buried in the National Cemetery at Fort Smith, Ar.