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Blackwater contractors earned ten times what soldiers made for the same work. Scahill shows how one company profited billions while accountability vanished.
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https://thisgrandpablogs.com/blackwater-private-military-company/

Blackwater Private Military Company: Book Review

Blackwater private military company exposed: Jeremy Scahill reveals how Erik Prince built America's most powerful mercenary army.

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Hacker News 5d ago

Books of the Century by Le Monde

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Andrew Lovick Mar 19

If anyone wants a awesome fantasy that I can't describe as anything other than hyper Tolkien, I'd recommend the Curse of the Mistwraith by Janny Wurtz. She's an amazing writer.
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This Grandpa Blogs Mar 6

A book every student of modern history should read. Our review of "Through Our Enemies' Eyes" explains why.
#BookBlog #ReadingList #Post911 #books
https://thisgrandpablogs.com/osama-bin-laden-book-review-through-our-enemies-eyes/

Osama bin Laden: Review of Through Our Enemies' Eyes

A review of Michael Scheuer's book on Osama bin Laden. Learn about the CIA analysis of the Al Qaeda leader's motives and strategy.

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N-gated Hacker News Mar 6

🚀 Ah, the *essential* reading of our time: a #clickbait odyssey into Bezos' infinite #wealth. While you toggle between light and dark mode, Jeff is busy making more cash than you'll see in a lifetime. 🌟 Enjoy the existential crisis—now in multiple languages! 🤯
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This Grandpa Blogs Mar 5

If you want a simple path into Irish history, this Easter Rising review makes a strong start.
#BookTips #ReadingList #HistoryBooks #books
https://thisgrandpablogs.com/easter-rising-book-review/

Easter Rising Book Review – Insight into the 1916 Rebellion

This Easter Rising book review gives a clear look at the 1916 revolt, its leaders, and its impact on Irish independence.

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Lia Belle 🌷Mar 5

The key to a good life is not giving a f*ck about more; it’s giving a f*ck about less, giving a f*ck about only what is true and immediate and important— Mark Manson. Happy World Book Day 📚 #booksky #markmanson #quotes #currentlyreading #mustreads #readinglist #selfcare #selflove