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The rise of the worlds most powerful mercenary army 2008. Scahill demonstrates how alqaida members found refuge in yemen from november 2001 onward, while bushs administration concluded agreements with the countrys government. Sep 01, 2012 dirty wars has a somewhat different tone that scahils book on blackwater. Browse audiobooks written by jeremy scahill sorted by best. Jeremy scahill is an american investigative journalist and author whose work focuses on the use of private military companies. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Scahill investigates several american strikes that killed civilians with no apparent ties to.