Doris Miller joined the Navy primarily to escape the economic hardships faced by his family during the Great Depression. He sought stable employment and the opportunity for advancement, which the military provided. Additionally, his enlistment was motivated by a sense of duty and patriotism, particularly following the attack on Pearl Harbor, where he distinguished himself as a hero. Miller's actions during World War II ultimately made him a symbol of bravery and racial progress within the military.
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Doris "Dorie" Miller, Cook, 3rd Class, US Navy.
Answers to Doris Miller's life story in author Vickie Gail Miller and niece of Doris Miller, biography book, "Doris Miller A Silent Medal Of Honor," new 3rd edition published book and to get an authographed copy contact vickiegailmiller97@hotmail.com
no He did not have kids
His parents were Coney and Henrietta Miller
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Doris Miller's parents were Connery and Henrietta Miller.
Doris "Dorie" Miller, Cook, 3rd Class, US Navy.
Doris Miller was born on 1919-10-12.
Answers to Doris Miller's life story in author Vickie Gail Miller and niece of Doris Miller, biography book, "Doris Miller A Silent Medal Of Honor," new 3rd edition published book and to get an authographed copy contact vickiegailmiller97@hotmail.com
Doris Miller received the Navy Cross for his extraordinary bravery during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Despite not being trained for combat, he manned a machine gun and fired at attacking Japanese aircraft while helping to rescue wounded sailors. His actions displayed exceptional courage and dedication, making him one of the first African Americans to receive the Navy Cross. Miller's heroism became a symbol of the contributions of Black Americans in the military.
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His parents were Coney and Henrietta Miller
Doris "Dorie" Miller was the 1st African American to receive the Navy Cross medal for outstanding service in the military. He was a cook aboard the West Virginia and during the Pearl Harbor attack, he moved his wounded captain to a safer place and used a machine gun that he had not been trained to use. He managed to shoot down 1 or 2 Japanese planes in the process. He was later killed in action aboard the USS Liscome Bay at the Battle of Tarawa.