Book Launch:"Her Great Adventure Dorothy ‘Puss’ Campbell" (SOLD OUT)
‘Her Great Adventure’ is a fresh, factual and engaging perspective on Australian army nursing in WW2.
Dorothy Campbell, always known as ‘Puss’, was one of nearly 3600 women to serve in the Australian Army Nursing Service in WW2.
Her wartime service took her to England, Egypt, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Queensland and back home to Adelaide. It brings to light for the first time the sisters' lives away from the wards - their travels, friendships and romances.
The author Dr Janet Scarfe is a professional historian & 'Puss' Campbell's niece. Her research and publications include Australian Army nursing sisters of WW1 and WW2.
Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia, will be in attendance to officially launch the book.
The book sales on the day at the special launch price of $35. Payment facilities available.
Refreshments available at the end of the event. Limited parking on Torrens Parade Grounds. Metered parking on Victoria Drive.
Dorothy Campbell, always known as ‘Puss’, was one of nearly 3600 women to serve in the Australian Army Nursing Service in WW2.
Her wartime service took her to England, Egypt, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Queensland and back home to Adelaide. It brings to light for the first time the sisters' lives away from the wards - their travels, friendships and romances.
The author Dr Janet Scarfe is a professional historian & 'Puss' Campbell's niece. Her research and publications include Australian Army nursing sisters of WW1 and WW2.
Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia, will be in attendance to officially launch the book.
The book sales on the day at the special launch price of $35. Payment facilities available.
Refreshments available at the end of the event. Limited parking on Torrens Parade Grounds. Metered parking on Victoria Drive.
Location
Drill Hall @ Torrens Training Depot
Victoria Drive, Adelaide South Australia 5000
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Book Launch:"Her Great Adventure Dorothy ‘Puss’ Campbell" (SOLD OUT)
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