The Founder and first general was born in Nottingham on 10 April 1829 and promoted to Glory from Hadley Wood on 20 August 1912. He Lived to establish Army work in 58 countries and colonies and travelled extensively, holding salvation meetings. In his leter years he was received in audience by emperors, kings and presidents. Among his many books, In Darkest England and the Way Out was the most nobtable; it became teh blueprint of all the Army's social schemes. It was repinted in 1970.
Catherine Booth
The Army Mother was bon in Ashbourne on 17 January 1829 and promoted to Glory from Clacton-on-Sea on 4 October 1890. As Catherine Munford, she married William in 1855. A great teacher and preacher, she addressed large public meetings in Britain with far-reaching results, despite ill health. Her writings include Female Ministry and Aggressive Christianity.
William Bramwell Booth
The eldest son of the founder, and his Chief of the Staff from 1880 to 1912, Bramwell (as he was known) was born on 8 March 1856. He was largely responsible for the development of the Army. His teaching of the doctrine of holiness and his councils with officers and young people were of incalculable value.
In 1882 he married Captain Florence Soper (organiser of the woman's Social Work and inaugurator of the Home League), who was promoted to Glory on 10 June 1957.
During his time as general (1912-1929), impetus was given to missionary work. Published books include Echoes and Memories and These Fifty Years . He was appointed a Companion of Honour shortly before his promotion to Glory from Hadley Wood on 16 June 1929.
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