My Life Story of a Grateful Immigrant Who Lived the American Dream

<p>Despite growing up amid the horrors of World War II as a boy in the Republic of San Marino Olimpio Guidi considers himself lucky.</p><p> </p><p>He grew up with great parents great siblings and great friends and neighbors. Although everyone he knew was poor they all stuck together-a lesson he'd carry with him throughout his life in the U.S. Navy and over a career spanning almost forty years as a civil servant.</p><p> </p><p>In recalling his life story he shares an unlikely tale of survival that included immigrating with his family to his adopted home country of the United States of America.</p><p> </p><p>He shares his appreciation for everyone who has assisted him on his journey including U.S. Navy Cmdr. Toby Haynsworth who was instrumental in helping him become a lifelong civil servant culminating with an assignment to the U.S. Embassy in Rome Italy where he represented the U.S. Department of Defense.</p><p> </p><p>Join the author as he celebrates his love of family his passion for service and his love for his adopted country.</p>