Evangeline Booth

Born in London on December 25, 1865, she was the seventh child of William and Catherine Booth, the founders of the Salvation Army. She began preaching while still young and quickly became known for her fearless style, strong voice, and gift for connecting with ordinary people.

Her work took her across several countries. She led Salvation Army efforts in Britain and Canada before taking charge in the United States, where she became one of the movement's best-known public figures. During her years of leadership, she supported evangelism alongside practical aid for people in need, and she became especially visible during times of crisis and war.

In 1934, she became General of the Salvation Army, the international head of the organization, serving until 1939. She died on July 17, 1950, but she is still remembered as one of the most striking personalities in Salvation Army history: a leader with unusual drive, deep conviction, and a talent for making public service feel urgent and personal.