William Booth (10 April 1829 – 20 August 1912) was a British Methodist preacher who founded The Salvation Army and became its first General (1878–1912). The Christian movement with a quasi-military structure and government founded in 1865 has spread from London, England to many parts of the world and is known for being one of the largest distributors of humanitarian aid.
In 2002, Booth was named among the 100 Greatest Britons following a UK-wide vote.
Read more about William Booth: Conversion and Early Ministry, The Christian Mission, The Salvation Army, Opposition, Later Years, Legacy, Children of William and Catherine Booth, Grandchildren of William and Catherine Booth (37), Gallery
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