The abolition of compulsory church parades in the British Army

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The compulsory church parade was one of the oldest traditions in the British army, dating back to the seventeenth century. In 1946, shortly after the end of the Second World War, the practice was abolished. This was a significant moment in Army–Church relations since the compulsory attendance of soldiers at divine worship had been an official acknowledgement of the importance of religion as a guiding force in the corporate life of the army. This article explores the background to this historic decision and the unsuccessful efforts of senior officers in the late 1940s to restore the ritual.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)92-106
Number of pages15
JournalThe Journal of Ecclesiastical History
Volume56
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2005

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