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| | The Salvation Army-History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07) |
 | | The Salvation Army began in 1865 when William Booth, a London minister, gave up the comfort of his pulpit and decided to take his message into the streets where it would reach the poor, the homeless, the hungry and the destitute. |
 | | The Salvation Army soon had officers and soldiers in 36 countries, including the U.S. This well-organized, yet flexible structure inspired a great many and much-needed services - women's social work, the first food depot, the first day nursery and the first Army missionary hospital. |
 | | Now, in more than 106 nations around the world, The Salvation Army continues to work where the need is greatest, guided by faith in God and love for all people. |
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