Francis Edwin Hodge: Bridging Impressionism and War’s Echoes Francis Edwin Hodge (December 1881 – February 6, 1949) stands as a compelling figure in British art history—a painter who deftly navigated the stylistic currents of his time while confronting the profound impact of World War I on both his artistic vision and personal life. Born in Plymouth, Devon, Hodge’s early education instilled a foundational appreciation for observation…