Pre-World War 1, Australia Western Australia, SHACKELL, 1902

1902
Subcollections
Overview

Studio portrait of Matron Christian Elizabeth Shackell, later first Lady Superintendent Australian Army Nursing Service Australia Western Australia

Historical information

The Australian Army Nursing Service was formed in 1902. Records indicate that 2139 Australian served abroad with the Australian Army Nursing Service and 423 served in Australia. Twenty-five died and 388 were decorated . Sister Shackell was awarded 2nd Class, Royal Red Cross for her service during World War 1.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-32-P1900.1188
Item type
Year
Australian Army Museum of Western Australia

Australian Army Museum of Western Australia

Organisation Details
View Collection
Item Feedback

Scan this QR code to open this page on your phone ->