Australia Remembers: Wartime Nurses

For over 100 years, Australia’s military nurses have been risking their own lives to save the lives of others. From nursing Gallipoli wounded in Egypt during World War I, to treating injured troops and civilians in modern-day Afghanistan, these courageous nurses have cared for the casualties of war with skill, devotion, and compassion.

Australia Remembers 6: Care and Compassion – Wartime Nurses shines a light on the remarkable women, and later men, who have served, and continue to serve, Australia and humanity during times of war, conflict, and natural disasters. The hardships, dangers, and sorrows they faced are made accessible to younger readers and highlight the outstanding contribution of these often-forgotten heroes.

With historic photographs, quotes from past and present-day nurses, fascinating facts, and medical breakthroughs, questions, and fun activities, it provides engaging and informative reading for children, adults, and educators.

Australia Remembers 6: Care and Compassion - Wartime Nurses ensures Australia’s military nurses will be remembered for the sacrifices they have made, the care they have given, and the lives they have saved.

Praise for the series:

Australia Remembers truly stands out like one of the tallest poppies in its field. (Romi Sharp, Just Kids Lit)

There are also questions to ponder and activities to do, all in all making this a superb contribution … (Barbara Braxton, The Bottom Shelf)