Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Hospital Corpsman Third Class

    Division:

    1st Marine Division (Rein.)

    Action Date:

    December 9, 1950

    Commanding General, 1st Marine Division (Reinforced) FMF: Serial 35978 (October 14, 1951)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Hospital Corpsman Third Class William S. Miller (NSN: 8763167), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with a Marine Infantry Company of the FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 9 December 1950. Serving as a Medical Corpsman, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Miller was moving with the company in the attack of a strongly defended enemy position when leading elements were subjected to devastating enemy mortar, automatic weapons and small arms fire, causing numerous casualties. Fearlessly and with complete disregard for his personal safety exposing himself to the heavy enemy fire, he advanced to the forward unit and coolly rendered aid to the wounded. Despite the fact that he suffered a severe wound in the back, he courageously refused to seek aid for his own wound, continuing steadfastly to treat his fallen comrades. His great personal bravery and courageous devotion to duty were an inspiration to all who observed him. Hospital Corpsman Third Class Miller’s heroic actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.