In every assignment that Ambassador Quinn had during his three-decade-long diplomatic career as well as his 20 years at the World Food Prize Foundation, one of the recurring comments he received is about the number of interesting stories that he has accumulated. Some are dramatic life and death moments, others reflect the great cultural differences to be bridged when abroad, while the rest are humorous or heartwarming encounters. Given the very positive encouragement he received from so many friends, he prepared a video memoir which endeavors to record as many of these stories and encounters as possible. He hopes they will provide insight into the situations he encountered and perhaps some inspiration about the future.
March 17, 1977
The Spirit of Religion Remained Vibrant in Hanoi
The Spirit of Religion Remained Vibrant in Hanoi
March 17, 1977
St. Patrick’s Day in Hanoi: Drinking Green Beer
St. Patrick’s Day in Hanoi: Drinking Green Beer
March 18, 1977
What it Means to be an American: Fulfilling the Bond of Combat in Hanoi
What it Means to be an American: Fulfilling the Bond of Combat in Hanoi
April 1, 1977
“Not Without Aid:” Breaking Holbrooke’s Diplomatic Heart
“Not Without Aid:” Breaking Holbrooke’s Diplomatic Heart
December 1, 1977
An Espionage Case Linking Paris, Washington, and Hanoi
An Espionage Case Linking Paris, Washington, and Hanoi
December 23, 1977
A Christmas Terrorist Incident in Paris with an Unusual Twist
A Christmas Terrorist Incident in Paris with an Unusual Twist
January 1, 1978
The Humphrey Truong Espionage Case: Part Two
The Humphrey Truong Espionage Case: Part Two
April 1, 1978
The Espionage Trial: Arm Wrestling with a Tigar
The Espionage Trial: Arm Wrestling with a Tigar
April 1, 1978
A Perry Mason Moment: Cross Examining the Defense Expert in the Espionage Case
A Perry Mason Moment: Cross Examining the Defense Expert in the Espionage Case