Navy Federal Credit Union

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Second Lieutenant (Medical Corps) Norman G. Miller (ASN: 0-67945), United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy. Second Lieutenant Miller, 224th Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement near Kumwha, Korea, on 14 August 1953. Lieutenant Miller, upon hearing that an ammunition dump had exploded, immediately went to the area. Learning that several men were hut by the explosion and were still in the danger zone, Lieutenant Miller, disregarding his personal safety, entered the burning and exploding area to assist in carrying the wounded men to safety. Lieutenant Miller’s act was strictly voluntary and upon his own initiative, although he knew his life would be endangered during every moment he was in the danger area. Lieutenant Miller’s heroic actions greatly aided in saving the lives of the men and won for him the admiration and respect of superiors and subordinates alike. The sincere devotion to duty, great bravery and initiative displayed by Lieutenant Miller reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Bronze Star Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Second Lieutenant (Medical Corps)

    Regiment:

    224th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    40th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    May 6, 1953

    Headquarters, 40th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 466 (October 2, 1953)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Second Lieutenant (Medical Corps) Norman G. Miller (ASN: 0-67945), United States Army, for heroic achievement while serving as a Medical Officer with the 224th Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division, in action near Mundung-ni, Korea, on 6 May 1953. During an intense enemy mortar and artillery barrage, Lieutenant Miller assisted in giving medical aid to the wounded men and continually exposed himself to the heavy enemy fire. Lieutenant Miller’s heroic actions aided immeasurably in saving the lives of these men and won for him the admiration and respect of superiors and subordinates alike. The personal heroism, outstanding initiative and sincere devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Miller reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.