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There has been a boom in the use of privately hired soldiers in the years since 9/11, according to a new report by War on Want. Private companies and even governments are employing their services to supplement the might of national armies. John Hilary, Executive Director at the charity, told Newsday why they are concerned about this growing the trend. (Photo: A ''gun for hire'' providing security for journalists in Mogadishu, Somalia. Credit: Getty)