Doris Miller

Doris "Dorie" Miller (October 12, 1919 – November 24, 1943) was an American Naval cook. He was the first Black recipient of the Navy Cross. He was also a nominee for the Medal of Honor.[1]

Doris Miller
Miller wearing his Navy Cross in May 1942
Nickname	"Dorie"
Born	(1919-10-12)October 12, 1919 Waco, Texas, U.S.
Died	November 24, 1943(1943-11-24) (aged 24) USS Liscome Bay, off Makin Atoll, Gilbert and Ellice Islands
Allegiance	United States of America
Service/branch	United States Navy
Years of service	1939–1943
Rank	Cook Petty Officer Third Class
Service number	356-12-35
Unit	USS Pyro USS West Virginia USS Indianapolis USS Liscome Bay
Battles/wars	World War II Attack on Pearl Harbor Battle of Makin  †
Awards	Navy Cross Purple Heart Combat Action Ribbon

He won the Navy Cross because of his heroism in fighting the Japanese bombers at Pearl Harbor.