Harry Sidhu's life journey from India to Anaheim, California, illustrates resilience and determination. Arriving in the U.S. with just six dollars, he balanced working nights as a janitor with attending community college, ultimately earning a mechanical engineering degree. After a successful engineering career, he shifted to the restaurant business seeking freedom, expanding from one Burger King to a chain of 28 restaurants. His commitment to hard work and community involvement underscores his evolution into a respected local leader following a personal setback with the Northridge earthquake.
I remember feeling excited, but also scared. My family was already here. I was the last to come. I didn't speak much English. I just knew I had to work hard.
Oh yes, I cleaned floors at night and sat in class during the day. It was very tiring. But it made me strong.
I wanted freedom. I bought one Burger King in Hacienda Heights. Then we added more. We worked hard.
In 1994, the Northridge earthquake hit. Our home was damaged. We moved to Anaheim Hills.
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