The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal William H. Miller (ASN: 12009826), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in the vicinity of Troina, Sicily, on 3 August 1943. During a fierce engagement with the enemy, Corporal Miller fearlessly crossed terrain swept by hostile machine-gun, mortar, and small-arms fire and delivered an urgent message. Despite numerous hazards, he pressed forward and accomplished his mission, thereby enabling his company to continue its attack. 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.