Integration through learning a language

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Ben Madeley
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Learning the local language certainly makes it easier for you to do your job and work with the local people. It may give you a better understand of the opinions of local people but it doesn't mean that it will change your opinions in anyway.
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In my opinion, I believe it is an issue of goodwill. Mastering the local tongue demonstrates to the populace that you are committed to fighting alongside and for them rather than as mercenaries. By making the military more attached, it won't make them less strong.
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