Pre-Battle Preparation

Overview

Below are items that are both required and/or recommended for use during battle. It is recommended that this list be used as a check while packing for the weekend to insure the Hohenstaufen reenactor gets the most out of his battle experience. This list may change based on the combat conditions, location, and your impression. For instance machine gunners and officers may not carry the same gear as riflemen, or camping in the field requires different items than staying in barracks. This guide may be printed to insure nothing is overlooked.

Y-Required, R-Recommended but not Required, N-Not required

Click on underlined Field Item to obtain more detail.


Field Item
Required
Checked

Helmet with camo cover Y
DOT-44 Uniform (tunic and trousers) N
Wool Tunic Y
Wool Trousers Y
Winter Uniform (jacket, trousers, mittens) R
Trouser suspenders or belt Y
Camo Smock R
Camo Face Veil N
Wool M-43 Cap, Oversea Cap or Crusher Y
Wool Overcoat N
Boots or boots with Gamaschen Y
Service Shirt Y
Wool V neck sweater R
Toque R
Gloves, wool knit R
Wool Scarf R
Weapon with sling or holster Y
Blank Ammunition Y
Blank Adaptor (depending on weapon) Y
Magazineimages/k98 pouches.jpgs, Clips, Ammo Cans, or Belts Y
Weapon Cleaning Gear Y
Grenades, Stick, egg, or rifle Y
Compass R
Map Case N
ID Tag Y
Soldbuch Y
Wrist Watch (Period) R
Whistle N
Flashlight with batteries R
Belt with buckle Y
Y-Strap Y
Canteen with cup Y
Ammunition Pouches Y
Breadbag with contents Y
E-tool with carrier Y
Assault Frame R
Bayonet with Frog Y
Gas Mask with Carrier Y
Zeltbahn Y
Messkit Y
Socks Y
Underwear Y
Notebook and pencil R
Wool Blankets Y
Utensils Y
Food Y
Water Y
Matches R
Toilet Paper Y
Toothbrush, toothpaste R
Shampoo R
Insect Repellent (Garlic or Vit B) R
Money for Battle Fees, blank ammo Y
Garbage Bags N