The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Infantry) Junior R. Woodruff (ASN: 0-1309864), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 325th Glider Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action against the enemy at Normandy, France, on 11 June 1944. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Junior R. Woodruff (ASN: 0-1309864), United States Army, for gallantry in action on 23 December 1944 in Belgium. Captain Woodruff, Commanding Company F, 2d Battalion, 325th Glider Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, displayed gallantry, intrepidity and leadership of the highest order in aggressively defending a roadblock against enemy forces of superior strength and firepower. After all American armor supporting him in his area had been destroyed, he refused to give ground and by his own exemplary conduct inspired his company to emulate his example in fighting off continuous enemy counterattacks despite rapidly mounting casualties. Regardless of the intensity of the hostile artillery, mortar and automatic weapons fire, he moved through his defensive area encouraging, cheering and advising his men. When his company was reduced to one-fourth its strength, he was ordered to withdraw, and then accomplished the displacement with outstanding skill to regain his battalion. The courageous stand of Captain Woodruff and his men resulted in a definite set-back to the enemy with considerable losses. The conduct and gallantry of Captain Woodruff were in keeping with the high traditions of the Airborne Forces of the United States Army.