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 11, 1967
Always Facing Danger as an American Ambassador
Always Facing Danger as an American Ambassador
October 1, 1967
An Unexpected "Wrong Turn:" The First Assignment to Vietnam
An Unexpected "Wrong Turn:" The First Assignment to Vietnam
June 1, 1968
Preparing for My First Diplomatic Posting: Which Gun to Buy
Preparing for My First Diplomatic Posting: Which Gun to Buy
October 1, 1968
Doubts About Vietnam Policy Lead to My First Dissent
Doubts About Vietnam Policy Lead to My First Dissent