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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Vernon R. Miller (ASN: US-55020210), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company K, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 30 July 1951 in the vicinity of Taeusan, Korea. On this date while the company was in the attack to secure well-fortified enemy positions, heavy enemy resistance halted its advance. Private Miller, with utter disregard for his personal safety, exposed himself to intense enemy small arms, automatic weapons, and grenade fire, in order to reorganize his squad after the squad leader had been wounded. He then led his men in an assault upon enemy positions, inflicting numerous casualties upon the enemy. His actions inspired the remainder of the men to continue in its assault and as a result the unit was able to secure its objective with a minimum of casualties. The gallantry in action displayed by Private Miller reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.

Awards Received

  • Bronze Star Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    38th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    2d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    May 17, 1951
    Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 188 (June 18, 1951)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Private First Class Vernon R. Miller (ASN: US-55020210), United States Army, for heroic achievement on 17 May 1951 in the vicinity of Pungchon-ni, Korea. On that date Company K was counterattacking to regain an outpost position that had been overrun by a numerically superior enemy force. During the assault, Private Miler aggressively assaulted the enemy positions and strong points without regard for his own safety. Ignoring the fierce enemy fire, he assaulted hostile strong points with hand grenades and rifle fire, killing and wounding many of the enemy, and greatly contributing to the success of the attack. The heroism demonstrated by Private Miller reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.