George Carpenter (Salvation Army) facts for kids
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George Carpenter
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Carpenter in December 1909
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| 5th General of The Salvation Army | |
| In office 1 November 1939 – 21 June 1946 |
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| Preceded by | Evangeline Booth |
| Succeeded by | Albert Orsborn |
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| Born | June 20, 1872 Millers Forest, Colony of New South Wales |
| Died | 9 April 1948 (aged 75) Earlwood, New South Wales, Australia |
| Spouse | Minnie Lindsay Rowell Carpenter |
George Lyndon Carpenter (born June 20, 1872 – died April 9, 1948) was an Australian writer and leader. He became the 5th General of The Salvation Army. He led this worldwide organization from 1939 to 1946.
Early Life and Career
George Lyndon Carpenter was born on June 20, 1872. His birthplace was Millers Forest, in New South Wales, Australia. His father, Tristan de Acunha Carpenter, was a farmer. His mother, Hannah Carpenter, was a member of The Salvation Army. George was their only son, and he had five sisters.
George trained in Raymond Terrace, Australia. In 1892, he became an officer in The Salvation Army. For his first 18 years, he worked in Australia. He focused on property, training, and writing for the organization.
On June 21, 1899, George Carpenter married Ensign Minnie Rowell. Minnie was also a writer. She wrote books about important Salvation Army leaders. These included Commissioner Lawley, Notable Officers of The Salvation Army, and Women of the Flag.
Leadership Roles
In 1911, George Carpenter moved to the International Headquarters. This is the main office for The Salvation Army. He became the literary secretary under General Bramwell Booth. In this role, he helped with the organization's writings and publications. He worked there until 1927.
After that, he returned to Australia. From 1927 to 1933, he served as the Chief Secretary of the Australia Eastern Territory. This was a very important leadership position.
In 1933, he became the Territorial Commander for South America East. Then, in 1937, he became the Territorial Commander for Canada. He stayed in Canada until 1939. That year, the High Council chose him to be the General.
General of The Salvation Army
George Carpenter became the General of The Salvation Army in 1939. This was a challenging time because World War II had just begun. He led the organization through these difficult years. He retired as General on June 26, 1946.
Carpenter also wrote several books. Some of his well-known works include Keep the Trumpets Sounding and Banners and Adventures.
George Carpenter passed away on April 9, 1948, in Earlwood, New South Wales. He was 75 years old. He is buried in Rookwood Cemetery.
