Early Life and Family Name: Sir Leslie Matthew Ward Pseudonyms: Spy, Drawl Born: November 21, 1851, London, United Kingdom Died: May 15, 1922 Parents: Edward Matthew Ward and Henrietta Ward. Both were accomplished artists; Edward was a historical genre painter, and Henrietta specialized in history paintings and portraits of children. Family Background: Ward came from a long line of artists. His paternal grandfather was the renowned animal painter James Ward. His mother's family also had strong artistic ties, including engravers and miniature painters. Early Education: Attended…