In an interesting report from a Marine Corps unit, a group of Marines deployed to Jordan had the opportunity to “learn firsthand about Jordanian heritage and culture” at the request of their commander:

The guests of honor were Jordanian Armed Forces Col. Jamel Al Sbool, imam for the Jordanian Armed Forces in the southern region and Very Reverend Nabil Haddad, founder of an interfaith tolerance organization in Jordan…

All involved agreed the event was successful at breaking down barriers between the two cultures. Through discussion and breaking bread, the Marines and sailors were able to gain new knowledge of the Arab culture.

“We had traditional Jordanian food in a bedouin tent, which helps us understand their tradition and culture,” said [Chaplain (LtCmdr) Troy] Todd. “Around the table, we sit as friends.”

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