Yes, to all the above - keen eye!

After the main course, the Johnny Walker and beer came out.  The Kurdistan Minister of Defense and the Chief of Artillery, attempted several times to get me to join with them in their drinking enjoyment, but I continued to hold steadfast and graciously said "No, thank-you."  Eventually, holding my four fingers to my chest, symbolizing General Patreus's rank saying - "The guy with 4-stars says I can't."  Finally wearing them down, the General, Chief of Artillery responded - "Next time you bring letter, then you drink with me." 

The General enjoyed his beer.