Tony Kenneth Burris (May 30, 1929 – October 9, 1951) was a Choctaw soldier in the United States Army during the Korean War.

recoilless rifle team, he deliberately exposed himself to draw hostile fire and reveal the enemy position.

Burris, refusing evacuation and submitting only to emergency treatment, joined the unit in its renewed attack but fire from hostile emplacement halted the advance.

Burris rose to his feet, charged forward and destroyed the first emplacement with its heavy machine gun and crew of 6 men.

Burris' indomitable fighting spirit, outstanding heroism, and gallant self-sacrifice reflect the highest glory upon himself, the infantry and the U.S.