Background
BETHELL, Edward Hugh was born on January 27, 1854. 3rd son of late William F. Bethell of Rise, East Yorkshire.
BETHELL, Edward Hugh was born on January 27, 1854. 3rd son of late William F. Bethell of Rise, East Yorkshire.
Served Afghan War, 1878-1880 (despatches, medal). South African war, 1899-1902. (Brevet of Colonel, 1902.
Companion of the Distinguished Service Order, Queeu’s medal, 5 clasps, King’s medal, 2 clasps).
Chief Engineer Southern Command, 1905-1906. Retired, 1906. Companion of the Distinguished Service Order, 1900.
Clubs: Naval and Military, Yorkshire.