He lived his early years as a citizen of Italy. playing with childhood friends and attending the Italian school system. which at that time was limited to the 5th grade. This academic level is comparable to an American 9th grade education. Ralph immigrated to America in 1956 with mother and brother. joining his father who had left Italy for the United States in 1954. The trip from Naples to New York Harbor took 7 days on the grand dame of the sea. the Andrea Doria. This was the Andrea Dorias second to last trip before her horrific collision and sinking of July 25. 1956. Upon arriving in the United States. the Conte family settled in White Plains. New York. where Ralph became a naturalized U.S. citizen in July 1961. and graduated from White Plains High School. He continued his education. attending New York University. Bronx Campus. receiving a BS in Civil Engineering and Central Michigan University receiving a Masters Degree in Industrial Management.
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