The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Philip C. Miller (ASN: 0-1329501), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company D, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 9 October 1951, near Sidamak, Korea. When the enemy attacked friendly positions, they succeeded in isolating a portion of Company B from the rest of the unit. Observing this critical situation, Lieutenant Miller organized a hasty line and armed with a carbine and grenades, directed accurate fire against the foe, forcing them to retreat and allowing the friendly troops who had been cut off to return to the main body. When the Chinese regrouped and attacked again, Lieutenant Miller once more led the friendly forces and the enemy was repulsed. He then realized that three forward observers were still directing artillery fire, unaware that the friendly position had been overrun. Displaying exceptional courage, he made his way to them, firing his weapon and throwing grenades at the foe. Lieutenant Miller covered their withdrawal with withering fire. On one occasion, he stood on a bunker armed with an automatic rifle, and directed deadly fire on the enemy who were in nearby positions. Lieutenant Miller’s gallantry reflects great credit on himself and the military service.