MERCENARIES, GUNSLINGERS, AND OUTLAWS: Two Years as a Security Contractor in Iraq

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A candid and multifaceted look at life as a security contractor in Iraq in the early years after the American invasion. Structured as a series of concise, self-contained chapters, captures a wide range of events and encounters: high-speed crashes, tense standoffs with Iraqi security forces, the uncertainty of knowing who to trust, and the toll of living in a warzone. The focus isn't just on action but also on the everyday challenges and the strategies necessary to stay safe in such a dangerous and unpredictable environment. Also delves into the lives of Iraqi civilians, who offered glimpses of kindness and humanity amid the chaos. These stories provide readers with a nuanced and personal perspective on a challenging and complex chapter of modern conflict. Contains 16 photos.