The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Commander John Henderson Turner (NSN: 0-77118), United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. SEAL (SS-183), during the TWELFTH War Patrol of that vessel in enemy Japanese-controlled waters from 10 October to 29 November 1944. With outstanding aggressiveness, determination and skill despite bad weather, Commander Turner launched well-planned and smartly executed attacks which resulted in sinking enemy vessels totaling over 9,000 tons. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant John Henderson Turner (NSN: 0-77118), United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in combat while serving as Engineer and Diving Officer of the U.S.S. SCULPIN (SS-191), during six extensive War Patrols of that submarine in enemy waters in 1942 and 1943. Lieutenant Turner courageously and skillfully performed his duties and thus assisted in the sinking of an important amount of Japanese shipping. His excellent judgment and coolness under fire contributed in a large measure to the success of the ship. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.