Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    339th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    85th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    May 11 – 13, 1944

    Headquarters, FIFTH U.S. Army, General Orders No. 149 (September 10, 1944)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Private First Class Charles Peter Miller, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 339th Infantry Regiment, 85th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Tremensuoli, Italy, from 11 to 13 May 1944. Private First Class Miller’s extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.