Advice Solicited By US Military in Afghanistan
Due to attention paid to Mortenson's books first by their wives, US military leaders in Afghanistan sought Mortenson's advice on how to work with the elders of local Afghan communities since 2007. Seeking his knowledge on dealing with Afghan elders, the military has also included Mortenson as an active participant in meetings between the elders and US military commanders. He has not, however, accepted any payment for his services, nor does he have any contractual or other formal relationship with the US military.
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