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.
December 1, 1968
Understanding the Structure of the U.S. Government Combined Military-Civilian Advisory Program in Vietnam
Understanding the Structure of the U.S. Government Combined Military-Civilian Advisory Program in Vietnam
January 1, 1969
A Race to Save a Life: A Hug from a Grateful Father
A Race to Save a Life: A Hug from a Grateful Father
November 1, 1969
A Small Conversation on the Mekong River Changes the Course of My Life
A Small Conversation on the Mekong River Changes the Course of My Life
December 1, 1969
Chappaquiddick Redux: Trapped in a SUV Underwater
Chappaquiddick Redux: Trapped in a SUV Underwater
January 1, 1970
Another Small Conversation Leads from Farm Fields to the Battlefield
Another Small Conversation Leads from Farm Fields to the Battlefield