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Willard
D.
Miller
June 5, 1877

–

February 19, 1959

Cemetery:

Arlington National Cemetery

Willard Miller’s younger brother Harry, serving with him on the same vessel, also received the Medal of Honor for 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 Willard D. 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.