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.
February 1, 1993
Dissenting Orders from the State Department
Dissenting Orders from the State Department
August 17, 1993
Great Hope and Downfall—The Tragedy of Cambodian Politics
Great Hope and Downfall—The Tragedy of Cambodian Politics
January 1, 1995
Buying a Gas Station: Saving American Taxpayers Over $1 Million
Buying a Gas Station: Saving American Taxpayers Over $1 Million
June 19, 1995
A Stunning Diplomatic Achievement, with a Unique Iowa Connection
A Stunning Diplomatic Achievement, with a Unique Iowa Connection
December 12, 1995
Protecting the Prime Minister’s Children Starts a Long Relationship
Protecting the Prime Minister’s Children Starts a Long Relationship
January 1, 1996
Dashed Dreams of Becoming Ambassador to the Philippines
Dashed Dreams of Becoming Ambassador to the Philippines