Salvation Army
TraditionChristianity (Protestant)
Founded1865 AD
FollowersOver 1 million
Script/LanguageEnglish/Various
About Salvation Army
A Protestant church and charitable organization founded in London by William and Catherine Booth. Organized along military lines with ranks, uniforms, and brass bands. Members combine evangelism with social work among the poor. It is one of the largest providers of social services in the world.
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