What was the Skeleton Army?

Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating story of the Skeleton Army, a rowdy Victorian-era group that emerged in 1870s England to oppose the growing influence of the Salvation Army. The episode explores how this unlikely conflict between charitable Christians and their colorful opponents unfolded on the streets of England, touching on themes of social class, religion, and the temperance movement. You'll learn about the origins of the Salvation Army's military-style organization and discover why their street preaching and anti-alcohol stance sparked such heated resistance from pub owners, local toughs, and others who formed this mysterious "Skeleton Army."