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    Shadows of the New Feudalism

    Published on by David Isenberg

    This satirical trilogy illustrates the slippery slope from traditional private military contractors to fully autonomous Artificial Military Contractors. It serves as a cautionary tale about regulation, accountability, technology, and the privatization of force in an increasingly fragmented world. Continue reading →

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    The Watchdog’s Shadow

    Published on by David Isenberg

    This is the latest, Ahem, partly FICTIONAL, entry in what I’m calling the AI art imitates life category.  But if it reminds you of anyone, well, perhaps it should. For those who want to know this sort of detail, it … Continue reading →

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    BLOOD AND LEDGER

    Syndicated on by David Isenberg

    And once again, for a second time, now that it is the witching hour, time for something different. The following is still fiction. Let me say that again; this is FICTION.… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    The Big Stability

    Syndicated on by David Isenberg

    And now for something different. The following is fiction Let me say that again; this is FICTION. But if it reminds you of anyone in the reality of this mortal coil… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    Mercenaries at the movies: representations of soldiers of fortune in Mexico and the Congo in American and European cinema

    Syndicated on by David Isenberg

    Mercenaries at the movies: representations of soldiers of fortune in Mexico and the Congo in American and European cinema Paul B. Rich Small Wars & Insurgencies 2022 33:1-2 224-249 You must be logged in to view this content. Click here … Continue reading →

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    Erik Prince and His Mercenary Armies

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    Erik Prince and His Mercenary Armies Peter Kuper Jun 18, 2026 You must be logged in to view this content. Click here to subscribe  

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    The Mercenary Company That Ruled Empires

    Syndicated on by David Isenberg

    The Mercenary Company That Ruled Empires Jun 19, 2026 #History #Mercenaries #Catalonia Discover the wild tale of the Catalan Grand Company—mercenaries who changed the fate of empires in the Mediterranean! #History… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    “Hell’s Army”: New Film Tracks Russia’s Wagner Group & Rise of Mercenary Armies

    Syndicated on by David Isenberg

    “Hell’s Army”: New Film Tracks Russia’s Wagner Group & Rise of Mercenary Armies Story June 12, 2026 Watch Full Show Listen Media Options Film Russia Guests Rick Rowley Oscar-nominated, three-time Emmy-winning… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    The story of Wagner Group, Russia’s notorious mercenaries

    Syndicated on by David Isenberg

    The story of Wagner Group, Russia’s notorious mercenaries Democracy Now! 3.33M subscribers 13,597 views Jun 12, 2026 Filmmaker Rick Rowley’s new documentary “Hell’s Army” tracks the Wagner Group, the notorious Russian… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    In ‘Hell’s Army,’ Intrepid Journalists Investigate Brutal Wagner Group, Russia’s Merciless Mercenary Army

    Syndicated on by David Isenberg

    In ‘Hell’s Army,’ Intrepid Journalists Investigate Brutal Wagner Group, Russia’s Merciless Mercenary Army – CPH:DOX By Matthew Carey Matthew Carey Documentary Editor, Awards @mattcarey March 10, 2026 6:00am ‘Hell’s Army’ Evergreen… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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