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.
August 20, 1985
The Iran-Contra Affair: Caught in the Middle
The Iran-Contra Affair: Caught in the Middle
September 22, 1985
Depositing $10 Million in a Secret Swiss Bank Account
Depositing $10 Million in a Secret Swiss Bank Account
October 25, 1985
Dangling Out a Window 55 Stories Above First Avenue in Manhattan
Dangling Out a Window 55 Stories Above First Avenue in Manhattan
February 7, 1986
A Midnight Decision in Support of Democracy
A Midnight Decision in Support of Democracy
May 22, 1986
Dealing with a Serious Security Breach in a Confined Space
Dealing with a Serious Security Breach in a Confined Space