The Americans didn't leave him behind because he is an Aussie. They left him behind because he is a private contractor. Even American private contractors get denied assistance by US armed forces.

The US Forces over there don't like the security contractors at all. They don't follow any of the same rules of engagement, and don't fall under the US chain of command. Basically, if there are US Soldiers and private contractors in any given situation together, its each one for themselves.

The US has also been blamed for the actions of Private contractors getting stupid, shooting up cars, and going gun-ho endangering civilians. And because they both wear very similar uniforms and use similar weapons, the civilians cant tell the difference and just blame the US.


Private contractors aren't there to help the war effort. They are there to get rich quick.
Every time a private contractor or their family whines about how dangerous Iraq is I just shake my head. Soldiers are usually sent on assignment whether they like it or not, contractors are greedy buggers willing to be selfish and leave their families just to chase a dollar.
Soldiers are ordered to war whether they like it or not. These contractors choose to go into a conflict zone fully knowing the possible consequences of their actions and situations. If they don't like it they shouldn't fucking go there.

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