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Facial Hair and Identity in Iraq

This chapter examines the cultural role of facial hair among Iraqi men, focusing on mustaches and their ties to masculinity and authority. It contrasts past associations of beards with oppression under the Islamic State to a modern trend favoring contemporary styles, marking a shift towards normalcy in post-conflict society.

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