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 Technician Fourth Grade Vernon H. Miller (ASN: 35360389), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 254th Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action on 23 February 1945, in the vicinity of Bennwihr, France. Technician Fourth Grade Miller, as Aid Man, accompanied Company B in a night attack on Hill 216. Braving heavy enemy mortar and artillery fire, as well as the danger of mines, Technician Fourth Grade Miller exhibited courageous conduct by entering the mine field to administer first aid to the wounded. As a result of his outstanding gallantry, he was killed. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.