Vincent Baugh, an American living in Norway, for over twenty years tells me his story. I met him at the Trump inauguration party at the Hard Rock Café back in January. In addition to speaking fluent Norwegian, he is also the founder and public relations manager for the local Republican party.

Vincent Baugh, PR Manager for Republicans Abroad Norway

Introduction

• How we met
• Clarifications of his role in the party
• Drinking Liberally Experiences in Oslo

Vincent’s Norway Story

• Lived here for 22 years
• How he came to Norway (Twice)
• What did he know about Norway before arrival?
• Norwegian Jail and Deportation Experience
• Norwegian Immigration and Language Requirements

Life in Chicago’s Southside

• Attending a Nordic themed high school in Peoria, Illinois.
• Initiation in the South Side of Chicago “Getting Jumped-In or Stomped”
• Reflecting on life in America vs. Norway
• How have things changed over the past 20 years?

Life as a US Marine

• Joined after Vietnam era
• Educated as an Electronics Engineer through the Marines
• Everyone is “Green” despite the diverse backgrounds
• Did the Marine experience help with life in Norway?

Continues to Part 2