Summary:
The book investigates the private military company Blackwater USA, detailing its operations and growth post-9/11, including controversial actions in Iraq and Afghanistan. It examines the company's impact on foreign policy, military privatization, and its role in defining modern warfare and security.
Key points:
1. War Privatization: The book discusses the trend of war privatization, using Blackwater as a key example. It questions the accountability and motives of private military companies.
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