The overdue recognition for 83-year-old retired Col. Paris Davis comes after his recommendation for the medal was lost, resubmitted — and then lost again.

Despite his claims to respect veterans more than anyone, President Donald Trump has frequently made offensive statements about members of the armed forces and their families.

The president bestowed the nation’s highest military honor to the four Army soldiers for going above and beyond the call of duty during the Vietnam War.

After serving in the Johnson administration, Clark fought for civil and human rights while opposing the death penalty and militarism.