In 2008 Grandmaster Pellegrini and Master David Rivas were invited by Mr. John Soto, our regional Director in Colombia, to conduct Defensive Tactic training for the Colombian Air Force Anti-Terrorist Unit and the Security personnel of the US Embassy in Bogota.
GM P. was very surprised when he received this award (shown in the photo) in the mail today, consisting of an American Flag (flown by the US Marines in Colombia) and a certificate, all elegantly framed in beautiful wood, making this a terrific presentation.
We thank our friend, John Soto, for this incredibly beautiful award. We are sure that it took all his persuasion and patience to make the beaurocracy move swiftly and take only 2 years. Jokes aside, this is the kind of thing that makes all the sacrifices and the hard work of GM P. over the years worthwhile. Once again... Thank you John for your loyalty, support and friendship!
