Doris Miller Is First African American Namesake Of Aircraft Carrier

The video highlights the naming of the USS Doris Miller, the first U.S. Navy aircraft carrier named after an African American and an enlisted sailor. Doris Miller's heroism during the Pearl Harbor attack is celebrated, where he saved his captain and defended his ship despite having no prior training. His actions earned him the Navy Cross and other honors, serving as a symbol for civil rights and equality. The announcement was made during a Martin Luther King celebration, emphasizing Miller's legacy and the Navy's commitment to remembering his story.

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