• Entry type: Person
  • Entry ID: AWE0889

Dohnt, Lynley Eva

(1898 – 1991)
  • Born 1898, Gumeracha South Australia Australia
  • Died 1991, South Australia Australia
  • Occupation Nurse, Servicewoman

Summary

Lynley Dohnt was born at Gumeracha, South Australia. In January 1941, she was called up for service with the Air Force. With the rank of matron, Miss Dohnt served in Australia and overseas, and was discharged from the Air Force Nursing Service in 1946. After a short time as assistant to the almoner at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, she became the House Sister, an appointment which she retained until her retirement in 1958.

Archival resources

  • State Library of South Australia
    • Interview with Lynley Dohnt [sound recording] Interviewer: Joan Durdin

Published resources

Related entries


  • Related Organisations
    • Royal Australian Air Force Nursing Service (RAAFNS) (1940 - )