From the shadows of a broken childhood to the frontlines of war, Willie Johnson has lived through battles both seen and unseen. In this gripping memoir, he opens the door to a story most are too afraid to tell - a story of pain, perseverance, and the unshakable power of faith.

Born into hardship and scarred by early trauma, Willie carried invisible wounds into adulthood and military service. His journey reveals the weight of loss, the struggles of PTSD, and the challenge of finding peace after the battle ends. Yet through every dark valley, a greater light was waiting.

I Was There... Echoes of a Broken Boy is more than a memoir. It's a testimony. It is proof that our past does not have to chain us, and that redemption can be found even in the most shattered places.

Readers will find in these pages:

• A powerful true story of overcoming childhood trauma
• A soldier's perspective on service, sacrifice, and survival
• Raw honesty about pain, healing, and resilience
• Hope, faith, and inspiration for anyone facing their own battles