Early Life and Troubled Beginnings
Anthony Edward Sowell was born on August 19, 1959, in East Cleveland, Ohio. Raised in a household marked by abuse and neglect, he was one of seven children born to his mother, Claudia "Gertrude" Garrison. After the death of his sister, her seven children also moved into the already crowded home. Family members later testified that Garrison subjected the children to severe physical abuse, creating a traumatic environment that would shape Sowell's troubled psyche.
Military Service and Initial Offenses
Seeking an escape from his tumultuous home life, Sowell enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1978 at the age of 19. He underwent training at Parris Island, South Carolina, and was later stationed at various locations, including North Carolina and Okinawa, Japan. During his seven-year service, Sowell achieved the rank of Corporal and received several commendations, including a Good Conduct Medal. However, his military career ended in 1985 when he was honorably discharged. ...Read More
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