- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Oberfeldwebel der Reserve (Warrant Officer of Reserves)
- Unit:
- Zugführer, 11. Kompanie, III. Bataillon, Infanterie-Regiment 207, 97. leichte Infanterie-Division, Heer
- Awarded on:
- June 27th, 1942
On the 23.05.1942, near Kamenka, Schneider observed an Soviet company shifting position in front of his own Zug. Sensing that this was a vulnerable time for them, he decided to launch an attack. With only two squads under his command, he succeeded in shattering the Soviet company. The result was about 30 enemy dead along with 13 prisoners, against no losses to Schneider and his men. In recognition of this feat, Schneider would receive the Knight’s Cross.
1022nd Heer Award.