SGT Rondell Taiste has the distinct honor of earning his "combat patch" as the first 1-30 Infantry Regiment paralegal (in Afghanistan) in the history of this storied Regiment.  1-30 Infantry Regiment is the "Original Rock of the Marne."    In the photo, CPT Branch (HHC CDR) attaches the 3ID unit patch to SGT Taiste's right sleeve in front of the unit flag and Task Force Balkh crest.  TF Balkh is assigned to the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Afghanistan.