Anne Donnell

Frontline Hero

The inspiring True Story of an Australian Nurse Gallipoli

Wednesday 1 May 1918
‘Every hour of every day, one touched tragedy, and the only bright spot
that I could see, or maybe it was the saddest, was the braveness of the
boys in their sufferings.’
-extract from Anne Donnell’s diary

In November 1914, Anne Donnell watched as a train loaded with Australian troops approached. ‘Hullo nurse, wish us luck; we’re off to France.’
Anne turned to her companion and said, ‘Who will look after our young men if they get injured? I too must go, to do my bit.’
Stored away in a suitcase for decades, Anne’s diaries are published here, uncensored, for the first time. Deeply personal and eloquently crafted, Anne’s words offer a real-time perspective of the Great War, from Gallipoli to Western Europe, and the mateship, courage, and resilience of nurses on the frontlines from 1915-1919.
Waiting quietly in the shadows of WWI history stands nurse Anne Donnell, who joins the annals of war heroes alongside Lieutenant Colonel Ernest Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop, Captain Albert Jacka, and Private John Simpson Kirkpatrick.
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FRONTLINE HERO

The inspiring True Story of an Australian Nurse Gallipoli

Wednesday 1 May 1918
‘Every hour of every day, one touched tragedy, and the only bright spot
that I could see, or maybe it was the saddest, was the braveness of the
boys in their sufferings.’
-extract from Anne Donnell’s diary

In November 1914, Anne Donnell watched as a train loaded with Australian troops approached. ‘Hullo nurse, wish us luck; we’re off to France.’
Anne turned to her companion and said, ‘Who will look after our young men if they get injured? I too must go, to do my bit.’
Stored away in a suitcase for decades, Anne’s diaries are published here, uncensored, for the first time. Deeply personal and eloquently crafted, Anne’s words offer a real-time perspective of the Great War, from Gallipoli to Western Europe, and the mateship, courage, and resilience of nurses on the frontlines from 1915-1919.
Waiting quietly in the shadows of WWI history stands nurse Anne Donnell, who joins the annals of war heroes alongside Lieutenant Colonel Ernest Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop, Captain Albert Jacka, and Private John Simpson Kirkpatrick.
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Meet The Writers

Meet Mitch

I am father of two wonderfully spiritual intelligent sons and proud of them both. Equally proud to become a grandfather last year.

I spent 15 years as a street youth worker and have written a book of real interviews about young people, street kids, and families in crisis. Read More

Meet Jan

Jan Leader is a mother, grandmother, marriage celebrant, and personal assistant based in Brisbane.

She lives on a small island off Redland Bay and is co-author of the children's book Anne Threw a Streamer. Read More

Meet Alice

Alice Ashby lives on Queensland's beautiful Sunshine Coast. Alice was a very talented 18-year-old high school graduate when she brought our characters to life with her textas. Alice continued with her Art career after attending University. Alice's gift is apparent in her imaginative illustrations and exceptional attention to detail.

Meet Olivia

Hi, I’m Olivia, I’m 17 and edited Anne Threw a Streamer when I was 8. I am in Year 12 and juggling studying and working. I’m focused on English, Ancient and Modern History and am hopefully travelling to Europe next year as part of my history classes.
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Frontline Hero

Firsthand account of War through the eyes, and pen of an Australian Sister.

Anne's photographs from WW1 accompanying the diaries, showing Australians at their heroic best.

The first children's book in a series, based on Sister Anne Donnell.

Anne Threw A Streamer

Australian nurse Anne Donnell is off to World War 1.
Anne can hardly believe her eyes when she sees a fluffy little dog poking its head out of a soldier’s kit bag as he boards the ship. Dogs aren’t allowed on a ship of war. Will Stitcher be discovered and tossed overboard?
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