She was involved in the beatification of Catherine McAuley and revealing the story of the nuns who served as nurses during the Crimean War.

[1] In 1950 she was named "Student of the Year" when she graduated from University College Cork with a double major in history.

In 1965 she published a book based on the research she had done completing her master's degree and doctorate and also on records held by the Sisters of Mercy.

Her book told the story of the nuns led by Mary Francis Bridgeman who volunteered to work during the Crimean War.

[3] In 1973 she was involved with the celebration of the bi-centenary of the birth of Catherine McAuley who was a significant figure in their religious order.