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The establishment of Battalions in the Boys’ Brigade
The History of Battalions in The Boys’ Brigade As The Boys’ Brigade rapidly expanded in the 1880s, the need for a more structured form of administration became apparent. One of the most significant developments in these early years was the creation of the Battalion as an administrative level. Battalions were introduced during the Brigade’s third session in 1885-86. They…
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History of Sir William Alexander Smith
BIOGRAPHY OF SIR WILLIAM ALEXANDER SMITH 1854-1914 It was the evening of Thursday, October 4, 1883. Outside the door stood a group of boys from the North Woodside Mission Hall’s Sunday School in Glasgow. Inside, a Scottish businessman and Volunteer soldier was with two friends – it was the start of something great. The man was William…
Lagos South Battalion Council, The Boys Brigade Nigeria 