Sgt. Stephen J. Ross, a section leader with Regimental

Sgt. Stephen J. Ross, a section leader with Regimental Combat Team 7 Personal Security Detachment, provides security for Col. Randall P. Newman, commanding officer of RCT-7, in Marjah, Helmand province, Afghanistan, July 14, 2010. Ross, from Baton Rouge, La., was in charge of security for an atmospheric patrol through the bazaar outside the Marjah District Center. Ross also serves as the radio operator to maintain communication between the commanding officer and the rest of his team.