Background
Born in Blodwell in Shropshire, he was the oldest son of Sir John Bridgeman, 3rd Baronet and his wife Ursula, daughter of Roger Matthews.
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Orlando Bridgeman
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Education
Bridgeman was educated at New College, Oxford and in 1713, he was called to the bar by the Inner Temple.
Career
In 1723, he entered the British House of Commons, sitting for Shrewsbury in the next four years. He succeeded his father as baronet on the latter"s death in 1747. On 8 April 1719, Bridgeman married Anne Newport, third daughter of Richard Newport, 2nd Earl of Bradford.
Membership
6th Parliament of Great Britain.
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July 25, 1764 (aged 69) -
Nationality
British