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Bridging History and Heritage: The Inspiring Journey of Flip Ahn Cuddy - 4 x 34
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Flip Ahn Cuddy, an American of Irish and Korean heritage, is a descendant of the Dosan Ahn Chang Ho family, the first Korean American family in the U.S. His mother, Susan Ahn Cuddy, was the first Asian woman in the U.S. Navy and the first female Gunnery Officer in U.S. Armed Forces history. Flip holds degrees in Anthropology and Geography and is an expert on the Korean Independence Movement in America. He manages the largest family collection of independence materials at the Independence Hall in Chonan, Korea. A pioneer surfer, Flip was the first to surf in Korea and currently works with Siheung Wavepark and O'Neill Korea.
In this episode, Flip talks about his mother's significant background as the Navy's first Asian American female officer and how her experiences influenced him. He delves into his mission to promote the legacy of his grandfather, Do San An Chang Ho, a prominent figure in Korea's fight for independence. Flip also touches on his love for surfing and food, as well as the importance of preserving Korean American history.
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