Background
Andrew Elgar Vern-Barnett was born in Sydney on 30 March 1923. He was the son of George Vern Barnett, organist and choir master, and his wife Doris Kathleen (née Gartrell).
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Andrew Vern-Barnett
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Andrew was educated at North Sydney Boys High School and studied dentistry at the University of Sydney, graduating Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 1944.
Career
He returned to study at the same institution gaining a master"s degree in dentistry in 1955 and a doctorate in dental science in 1959. Vern-Barnett enlisted in the Australian Army on 12 December 1944 and served as a Captain in 2MD Dental Unit until his discharge on 15 April 1947.
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Australia
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Order of Australia
The Order of Australia is an order of chivalry established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, to recognise Australian citizens and other persons for achievement or for meritorious service.The Order of Australia is an order of chivalry established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, to recognise Australian citizens and other persons for achievement or for meritorious service.