07. The "Christian Militias" of Iraq and Syria

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07. The "Christian Militias" of Iraq and Syria

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A very detailed introduction to the many different facets of the so-called "Christian militias" fighting in Iraq and Syria, talking about the history and motivations of the Assyrian/Syriac/Chaldean community. - patreon.com/popularfront - jakehanrahan.com/popularfront - @jake_hanrahan

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07. The "Christian Militias" of Iraq and Syria

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