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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal Perry F. Woodley (ASN: RA-14347485), United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force while serving with the 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action in Korea. 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.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Corporal

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (Korean War)

    Action Date:

    April 25, 1951 – August 13, 1953

    NARA Database: Repatriated Korean Conflict Prisoners of War, 7/5/1950 – 10/6/1954

    Corporal Perry F. Woodley (ASN: RA-14347485), United States Army, was held as a Prisoner of War after he was captured during the Korean War on 25 April 1951 and was held until his release on 13 August 1953 after the signing of the Armistice.