PG-344

2017

Marvel

G. W. Bridge, full name Gabriel Walker Bridge, is a supporting character in Marvel Comics, primarily associated with the mercenary group Silver Sable International and, later, with anti-hero Frank Castle, the Punisher.

Bridge served in the United States military and possesses extensive combat and strategic skills. His early appearances focused on his role as Silver Sable's second-in-command, often providing tactical support and leadership during missions.

A turning point for the character came with his increasing involvement with the Punisher. Initially tasked with hunting Castle, Bridge eventually became an uneasy ally, recognizing the effectiveness of the Punisher's methods, particularly against organized crime and supervillain threats.

This alliance led to Bridge forming the "Punisher Task Force," a sanctioned government team attempting to utilize the Punisher's skills while keeping him under control. The arrangement was fraught with tension and ethical dilemmas, reflecting Bridge's internal conflict between his sense of duty and his growing respect for the Punisher's brutal brand of justice. He has died in the comics, though resurrections are commonplace in the Marvel universe.