Once-Homeless Orphan Lived in His Car as a Teen, but Joining the Army Changed His Life Forever

Once-Homeless Orphan Lived in His Car as a Teen, but Joining the Army Changed His Life Forever
Lara Poirrier/U.S. Army
Jenni Julander
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As a boy orphaned at a young age, Matthew Mickey was homeless when he witnessed on television the twin towers collapse during 9/11. It was a scene of wreckage to match the story of his own early life.

That event changed many people’s lives forever, including Matthew’s. But for him, some good came of it: He joined the U.S. Army to fight in the war on terror, and that turned his life around completely.

Jenni Julander
Jenni Julander
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Jenni Julander is a writer based in the Rocky Mountains, where she received her writing education. She covers human interest and trending news for The Epoch Times.
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