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thedrifter
03-06-09, 07:25 AM
March 06, 2009

Marine Iraqi consultant speaking at ERAU
By MARK HARPER
Education writer


DAYTONA BEACH -- A consultant who is teaching Marines how to gain the loyalty of Iraqi sheiks will speak tonight at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

Retired U.S. Army Maj. William "Mac" McCallister will present "Winning Hearts and Minds through Mutual Respect" at 7 p.m. in the Interfaith Chapel on campus, 600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd. He consults the Marine Corps on Iraqi tribal affairs, explaining customs that have existed for more than 1,000 years.

Iraq has about 150 tribes, with about three-quarters of all Iraqis belonging to a tribe.

McCallister previously served with U.S. Army Special Forces in Egypt, Africa and Greece.

The event, free and open to the public, will include a question-and-answer period.

Ellie