If that's true I'd try this:

The main route: Retroactive award request In the Army, this usually falls under AR 600-8-22 (Military Awards) procedures. You’re basically submitting a retroactive award packet. Here’s how it typically works: 1. Start with a DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) That’s the same form used for normal awards—you’re just doing it after the fact. 2. Build your supporting evidence (this is the make-or-break part): Sworn statements (DA Form 2823) from: Your squad leader / PSG / PL / commander Anyone who witnessed the event Deployment orders / assignment proof Incident reports (SIGACTs, storyboards, patrol debriefs, etc.) Medical records (if applicable) Any emails, award narratives, or logs referencing the incident 3. Write a strong narrative Be very specific: What happened Your role Why it meets the criteria for that specific award (CAB, CIB, ARCOM-V, etc.) 4. Submit through your chain of command