| Rank & Awards |
Rank in the 12th SS is earned by attendance, contribution and performance. All new members
enter the 12th SS as an SS-Panzergrenadier (Private). It is up to them how fast they want to
achieve rank and responsibility. The 12th SS will always maintain a realistic balance of
rank. Officer and NCO positions will be appointed when they are needed by the Unit
Commanders Committee.
enter the 12th SS as an SS-Panzergrenadier (Private). It is up to them how fast they want to
achieve rank and responsibility. The 12th SS will always maintain a realistic balance of
rank. Officer and NCO positions will be appointed when they are needed by the Unit
Commanders Committee.
SS-Unterscharfuhrer & Above (Squad Sergeant & Above) After 45 events. Like
the SS-Rottenfuhrer, this position is appointed by the Unit Commanders
Committee. The rank of SS-Unterscharfuhrer and above is very demanding and
as a result will take up a great deal of time and effort. The above criteria is
increased greatly and the positions must be filled by men with very strong
attendance records, outstanding enthusiasm and talented leadership abilities.
SS-Scharfuhrer (Platoon Sergeant)
SS-Oberscharfuhrer (Company Sergeant)
the SS-Rottenfuhrer, this position is appointed by the Unit Commanders
Committee. The rank of SS-Unterscharfuhrer and above is very demanding and
as a result will take up a great deal of time and effort. The above criteria is
increased greatly and the positions must be filled by men with very strong
attendance records, outstanding enthusiasm and talented leadership abilities.
SS-Scharfuhrer (Platoon Sergeant)
SS-Oberscharfuhrer (Company Sergeant)
The award system in the 12th SS recognizes members for their achievements on and off the
battlefield. The awards are the same as the WWII decorations and when possible are
awarded for similar actions as in wartime. Members who meet the following criteria are
authorized to wear the appropriate badges on their wool tunics in the proper place. Under
no circumstances is a member to wear an unearned decoration without expressed
permission from the Unit Commanders Committee. All decorations can be original or an
approved reproduction of the same weight and color.
battlefield. The awards are the same as the WWII decorations and when possible are
awarded for similar actions as in wartime. Members who meet the following criteria are
authorized to wear the appropriate badges on their wool tunics in the proper place. Under
no circumstances is a member to wear an unearned decoration without expressed
permission from the Unit Commanders Committee. All decorations can be original or an
approved reproduction of the same weight and color.
Silver Close Combat Clasp: Authorized after 70 events.
SS-Panzergrenadier
(Private) All new members.
(Private) All new members.
SS-Oberpanzergrenadier
(Private 1st Class) After 16
events.
(Private 1st Class) After 16
events.
SS-Sturmmann (Lance
Corporal) After 32 events
or the purchase of an
authentic vehicle or crew
served weapon.
Corporal) After 32 events
or the purchase of an
authentic vehicle or crew
served weapon.
SS-Rottenfuhrer (Corporal) After 45 events. This rank is appointed by the Unit
Commanders Committee and many things are taken into account such as:
1. Strong attendance
2. Strong recruiting effort
3. High level of authenticity
4. Leadership ability and responsibility
5. Understanding of weapons and field safety
6. Knowledge of German field tactics
Commanders Committee and many things are taken into account such as:
1. Strong attendance
2. Strong recruiting effort
3. High level of authenticity
4. Leadership ability and responsibility
5. Understanding of weapons and field safety
6. Knowledge of German field tactics
Hitlerjugend Pin: All members are authorized to wear this upon
acquiring all required uniform and equipment items.
acquiring all required uniform and equipment items.
Hitlerjugend Proficiency Badge: Silver is awarded after 10
years of membership. The Proficiency Badge is worn in place of
the HJ Pin.
years of membership. The Proficiency Badge is worn in place of
the HJ Pin.
Wound Badge: Legitimate injuries received while in service of
the 12th SS that require medical attention. Black 1-2, Silver 3-4,
Gold 5 or more injuries.
the 12th SS that require medical attention. Black 1-2, Silver 3-4,
Gold 5 or more injuries.
Tank Destruction Badge: Destroy an enemy tank with a hand
held weapon. Silver for 1 tank, Gold for 5 tanks.
held weapon. Silver for 1 tank, Gold for 5 tanks.
Russian Front Medal: To be worn only by members who
portray a veteran transferred from another division and after 4
Russian Front events.
portray a veteran transferred from another division and after 4
Russian Front events.
War Merit Cross 2nd Class: Contribute time and effort above
the normal duties of a unit member. Authorised after 10 events.
the normal duties of a unit member. Authorised after 10 events.
Iron Cross 2nd Class: Distinguish oneself in a heroic manner.
Authorized after 12 events.
Authorized after 12 events.
Bronze Infantry Assault Badge: Authorized after 12 events.
Silver would only be worn by a member who portrays a veteran
transferred from another division.
Silver would only be worn by a member who portrays a veteran
transferred from another division.
Bronze Close Combat Clasp: Authorized after 30 events.
Iron Cross 1st Class: Distinguish oneself in a heroic manner.
Authorized after 32 events.
Authorized after 32 events.
German Cross in Gold: Accomplish several deeds worthy of
the Iron Cross 1st Class. Authorized after 32 events.
the Iron Cross 1st Class. Authorized after 32 events.
War Merit Cross 1st Class: Contribute time and effort above
the normal duties of the unit. Authorized after 48 events.
the normal duties of the unit. Authorized after 48 events.
| 2nd Lieutenant |
| 1st Lieutenant |
| Captain |
| Major |
| Lt. Colonel |
| Unterscharfuhrer |
| Camo Rank Insignia |
| Scharfuhrer |
| Oberscharfuhrer |
| Untersturmfuhrer |
| Obersturmfuhrer |
| Hauptsturmfuhrer |
| Hauptscharfuhrer |
| Stabsscharfuhrer |
| Sturmbannfuhrer |
| Obersturmbannfuhrer |
Bronze Anti-Partisan Badge: Given to all members of the 12th
SS who have served in real combat in the Armed Forces.
SS who have served in real combat in the Armed Forces.
German Sport Badge: Given to all members of the 12th SS
who have served in the real Armed Forces without combat.
who have served in the real Armed Forces without combat.
