Wing Commander Patrick Henry Woodruff

Distinguished Service Order, Awarded as per London Gazette dated 20 March 1945 " This officer has shown the very highest qualities of leadership, courage and devotion to duty. He has led his wing on numerous hazardous missions and on these sorties has shared in the destruction of two He.111s on the ground and at least two complete trains, eleven engines and many other railway and tracked vehicles. His determination in pressing home his attacks against ground targets defended by extremely intense and accurate anti-aircraft fire has instilled confidence in the pilots of the squadron and has resulted in a high standard of efficiency and morale. He has, by his tireless energy, courage and sense of responsibility made a very marked contribution to the successes attained against the enemy." Distinguished Flying Cross, Awarded as per London Gazette dated 23 June 1942 "On the 17th May, 1942, this officer led a formation of bomber aircraft in the attack on the German cruiser "Prinz Eugen". Despite interference from enemy fighters Wing Commander Woodruff accomplished his task in a skilful and determined manner. Throughout, he showed great leadership and determination. He has commanded the squadron since May 1941, and by his personal example has contributed largely to its high standard of operational efficiency".
Mentioned in Despatches, Mention in Despatches - Overseas - Award effective 14 January 1944 as per London Gazette of that date.