'Patriotism is not enough'
The International Heritage Centre holds a large collection of records produced by the Women's Social Work branch of The Salvation Army. In April 1914 a referral is noted from a Miss Edith Cavell of Brussels ...
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‘Comrades under the Colours’: International Congresses
The Salvation Army's first International Congress was held in 1886 to celebrate the organisation's 21st anniversary ...
Paul O'Grady and The Salvation Army in Merseyside
When Paul came to visit the Heritage Centre, we showed him material from the archives that would help bring back memories of his early encounters with The Salvation Army in Merseyside...
Conserving the Leeds Guardian Home papers
In 2013, I opened a box of records that had come to us after many years spent in various unsuitable storage locations...
Why we need Refugee Week
This week is Refugee Week – an annual programme of events highlighting the contribution refugees make to UK communities, and countering negative and misleading narratives about those seeking sanctuary.
Divisional Commander cycles 342 miles for children’s camp
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Guest blog: Black History Month 2025
This month our guest blog by Winette Field looks at the origins of Black History Month and some of the complexities of historical research
Tales from the Theatre
Archive Assistant, Chloe, reflects on the role that theatres and musical halls played in the formation of the Christian Mission.
A Year in the Life of Florence Booth
This month we explore Florence Booth's 1885 diary, revealing first hand experiences of The Salvation Army's Women's Social Work programme and the infamous 'Maiden Tribute' trial, as well as marriage and motherhood in Victorian Britain.