Carlile Collection

Duchess of York pins a star on breast of Prebendary Carlise
Elizabeth, Duchess of York (1900-2002) pins a star (his seventh, each signifying seven years of service) on breast of Prebendary Carlile (1947-1942)

The Reverend Wilson Carlile of the Church Army, preaching from the pulpit of St. Mary-at-Hill (at which he was rector), trombone in hand

Rev. W. Carlile found of the Church Army, lantern slide
William Carlile, founder of the Church Army, shown giving a lantern slide lecture

Rev Wilson Carlile, founder of the Church Army
Rev Wilson Carlile (1847-1942), English evangelist, founder of the Church Army and Prebendary of St Pauls Cathedral. Date: circa 1908

Frankfurt am Main, Germany - Haus Frauenstein Wilson Carlile
Reverend Prebendary Wilson Carlile (1847-1942) - Founder and Honorary Secretary of The Church Army - pictured with his trombone. Date: circa 1905

Hunting a Mare, 1819. An ass, with the profile of Lord Mayor of London John Atkins, flees from Henry Hunt and a crowd of jeering followers

Wilson Carlile - Founder and Hon. Sec. of The Church Army
Reverend Prebendary Wilson Carlile (1847-1942) - Founder and Honorary Secretary of The Church Army. Date: 1905

Col E. H. Carlile MP, Vanity Fair, ELF
SIR HILDRED CARLILE, 1st Baronet CBE (1852-1942) English businessman and Conservative Party politician. MP for St Albans. His brother Wilson Carlile was founder of the Church Army

The Revd Bob Taylor. The Dls Chaplain Robert Taylor (1784-1844) English clergyman called by some the Devils chaplain. Ordained in the Anglican church

Wilson Carlile
WILSON CARLILE Churchman, founder of The Church Army. Date: 1847 - 1942

JOHN SNYDER CARLILE (1817-1878). Lawyer and Virginia senator during the American Civil War and secession of West Virginia. Photograph, c1860

Church Army emergency accommodation, London
Men try to sleep on narrow benches at a Church Army emergency accommodation shelter in London. The Church Army was founded in 1882 by the Rev Wilson Carlile, an evangelist for the Church of England

Breakfast at Church Army Shelter, London
A 5 am breakfast for homeless men being distributed at a Church Army shelter in London. The Church Army was founded in 1882 by the Rev Wilson Carlile, an evangelist for the Church of England

Church Army meal for applicants to a London workhouse
A number of elderly men and women awaiting admission to one of Londons workhouses are provided with a meal by the Church Army

Reverend Wilson Carlile
Wilson Carlile, CH (1847-1942), British evangelist who founded the Church Army in 1882, and Prebendary of St Pauls Cathedral. Known as The Chief, he inspired generations of evangelists

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"Carlile: A Legacy of Faith, Service, and Influence" From the prestigious Duchess of York pinning a star on the breast of Prebendary Carlisle to the Reverend Wilson Carlile passionately preaching from the pulpit of St. Church, the name "Carlile" resonates with significance and impact. Rev. W. Carlile, founder of the Church Army, is hailed as a visionary leader who dedicated his life to serving others. His lantern slide presentations captivated audiences as he shared his mission and inspired countless individuals to join him in spreading love and hope. Even beyond British borders, Frankfurt am Main witnessed the profound influence of Wilson Carlile through Haus Frauenstein - a testament to his global reach in promoting faith-based initiatives. The connection between "Carlile" and history continues with Hunting a Mare in 1819 – an artwork that showcases not only artistic prowess but also hints at deeper stories waiting to be unraveled. Col E. H. Carlile MP's presence in Vanity Fair further exemplifies how this family name has permeated various spheres – politics included – leaving an indelible mark on society. The Revd Bob Taylor stands as another figure associated with "Carlile, " reminding us that this legacy extends beyond one individual or generation; it spans centuries and transcends boundaries. In America's tumultuous times during the Civil War era, John Snyder Carlile emerged as a prominent lawyer and senator representing Virginia while navigating West Virginia's secession struggles. His photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos, individuals bearing this name have played pivotal roles in shaping history. Today, we witness "Carliles" continuing their impactful work through institutions like Church Army emergency accommodation in London – providing shelter for those most vulnerable within our communities. Through these glimpses into different aspects of life connected by this surname, we can appreciate how "Carliles" have left an enduring legacy rooted in faith-driven service that has touched countless lives.