Usage of the term General began with the Founder of The Salvation Army, William Booth. His wife, Catherine Booth, became known as the Mother of The Salvation Army. General Booth passed on the command to his eldest son, Bramwell Booth, but all Generals after Bramwell Booth have been elected. The office of General is not restricted by gender. Evangeline Booth, William's daughter, was elected fourth General of the Army, and Eva Burrows was elected the thirteenth General.