The Salvation Army beneficial to society or the community of mankind as a whole". The Army was founded in 1865 in London by one-time Methodist circuit-preacher William Booth and his wife Catherine as the East London Christian Mission, and can trace its origins to the Blind Beggar tavern. In 1878 Booth reorganised the mission, becoming its first General and introducing the military structure which has been retained as a matter of tradition. Its highest priority is its Christian principles. The current international leader of The Salvation Army and chief executive officer (CEO) is General Brian Peddle, who was elected by the High Council
The Salvation Army in Australia of child sexual abuse and failed to investigate, discipline, sack and prosecute sex offenders while boys and girls were beaten, bashed and raped. The Royal Commission published a case study report on the findings and recommendations for one of the abovementioned case studies. The Salvation Army in Australia The Salvation Army, Australia Territory (nicknamed "Salvos" in Australian English) is an evangelical Christian church known for its charity work. It began operating in Australia in the late 19th Century. The first Salvation Army meeting in Australia was held in 1880. Edward Saunders and John Gore led the meeting from the back