On a day that will live in infamy, Doris Miller, a Mess Attendant, showed the world what true courage looks like. During the attack on Pearl Harbor, he not only risked his life to save wounded sailors but also manned a .50-caliber machine gun to defend his ship, the USS West Virginia. His bravery earned him the Navy Cross, making him the first African American to receive this honor in WWII. ​Let's remember and share the story of this incredible hero whose legacy continues to inspire. ​Hashtags:

302K views · 14K reactions | In a historic moment just in time for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Acting Secretary of the Navy Thomas B. Modly has announced that the newest U.S. Navy aircraft carrier will be named USS Doris Miller (CVN 81). Miller was the first African American to receive the Navy Cross. Full story: https://navy.mil/submit/display.asp?story_id=111881 | U.S. Navy | Facebook

During the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, Doris “Dorie” Miller grabbed an anti-aircraft gun on the USS West Virginia and shot down multiple Japanese planes. He became the first African American awarded the Navy Cross for heroism. #TheWarRoom #DorieMiller #PearlHarbor #WWIIHeroes #fblifestyle | The War Room