The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Joseph Roth Miller (MCSN: 345901), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Squad Leader of Company C, First Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces south of Yudam-ni, Korea, from 20 to 28 November 1950. When a fanatical assault by numerically superior enemy forces penetrated the right flank of his position during the hours of darkness on the morning of 28 November, inflicting heavy casualties, Private First Class Miller daringly exposed himself to intense hostile machine gun, mortar and small arms fire to rally his remaining men and lead them in repulsing the attack. Unyielding in the face of overwhelming odds throughout the fierce encounter, he bravely moved from position to position, shouting words of encouragement to his squad and directing effective fire on the enemy until he fell, mortally wounded. By his brilliant leadership and resourcefulness, he served to inspire his men to greater efforts, thereby directly contributing to the success of his company in preserving its defensive integrity. His outstanding courage, indomitable fighting spirit and selfless devotion to duty reflect the highest credit upon Private First Class Miller and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.