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Harry
Herbert
Miller
May 4, 1879

–

March 12, 1968

Cemetery:

Central Cemetery

Harry Miller’s older brother, serving with him on the same vessel, also received the Medal of Honor in this action.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Seaman

    Division:

    U.S.S. Nashville

    Action Date:

    May 11, 1898
    War Department, General Orders No. 521 (July 7, 1899)

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Seaman Harry Herbert Miller, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville, during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Miller displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.