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About Doris Miller
Doris Miller was an American cook who made his name as an officer of the United States Navy. He joined the service in 1939 and was initially assigned to the USS Pyro (AE–1). He became a national hero in 1940 during the Pearl Harbor attack.
During the unfortunate incident, Miller’s ship, the West Virginia battleship, was attacked and hit by the Japanese army. While the ship was gradually sinking, he helped some of the wounded officers to safety, and also shot down a number of the Japanese planes.
Family
He was raised by his parents Henrietta and Connery Miller alongside three siblings.
Education
He studied at Alexander James Moore High School before starting his training at the Naval Training Center, Naval Operating Base in Norfolk, Virginia.
Awards
His bravery during the Pearl Harbor attack earned him a Navy Cross. He was also decorated with the Purple Heart and the American Campaign Medal.
Death
He was aboard the Liscome Bay escort carrier which sank during the infamous Battle of Makin.
Trivia
The USS Miller, a Knox-class frigate which was active between 1973 and 1991, was named in his honor.
Doris Miller Rank
Doris Miller photo gallery
Artist: David Stone Martin
Source of image is Sale 2271, Lot 420, Swann Auction Galleries photograph of print version of the poster, with description reading as follows: "NO OTHER COPY KNOWN (MILITARY--WWII.) MILLER, DORIE. MARTIN, DAVID STONE. Above and Beyond the Call of Duty. Poster, 28-1/16 x 20-1/4 inches (71.2 x 54.4 cm); faint creases where folded, several very small repairs professionally conserved and backed with archival paper, excellent condition. Washington: U.S. Government Printing Office, 1943"
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F.A.Q. about Doris Miller
When is his birthday?
Doris Miller's birthday is on October 12, 1919.
In how many days is his birthday?
Doris' birthday is in 170 days
How old was Doris when he died?
He was 24 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 24, 1943.
How old would he be today?
Doris Miller would be 104 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Doris from?
He was born in Waco, Texas, U.S..