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Gene Stevens, was born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1959, is an American author, historian, and blogger known for his work in historical crime literature and his engaging online presence under the pseudonym G.C. Stevens. With a deep passion for uncovering the untold stories of America's past, Stevens has carved a unique niche as a writer and researcher, blending meticulous historical detail with gripping narrative storytelling. His most notable work, A Fiendish Crime, explores the true story of the first train robbery in the American West, showcasing his ability to bring forgotten events to life with vivid prose and a keen eye for historical context.
Stevens’ journey to authorship was shaped by a diverse and adventurous life. After serving in the U.S. Navy, Naval Reserves and Army National Guard, he transitioned into a career in law enforcement. Over the years,  he served as a patrol officer, juvenile officer, and D.A.R.E. instructor. His experiences in security, law enforcement and military police training—provided him with a unique perspective on crime and justice, which he channels into his writing.
As G.C. Stevens, he maintains a blog titled Central States, Lawman and Outlaws Historic Association, where he delves into topics ranging from Wild West mysteries to Civil War history. His posts reflect his extensive travels across the United States, visiting historic sites, and his dedication to genealogy, tracing his family’s roots back to Ireland and England. Stevens’ love for history extends beyond the page—he spent over three decades as a living historian, reenacting periods from the Revolutionary War to World War II.

In addition to A Fiendish Crime, Stevens has authored other works, including Red Flag of Defiance, about the Black Hawk War, and the semi-fictional Ten Eycke Chronicles: Return to Tombstone. Now residing in Des Moines, Iowa, where he runs a private investigative company, Stevens continues to explore the intersections of history, crime, and human experience. Married in Tombstone, Arizona, in 2017, he lives with his wife and remains an avid researcher, traveler, and storyteller, committed to preserving the past for modern readers.

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Gene Stevens Wild West Anthology

The author associated with the "Wild West Anthology" is Gene Stevens, a historian, author, and former law enforcement officer. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1959, originally named Eugene Curtis Stawinski, and was raised in Chicago after his mother passed away when he was six years old. Stevens served in the United States Navy from 1978 to 1982, completing basic training at Great Lakes Naval Base and serving aboard the USS Wichita AOR-1, where he participated in operations during the Iran Hostage Crisis and assisted in rescuing Vietnamese refugees. He later served in the US Naval Reserves, the Illinois National Guard, and various law enforcement agencies, including the Fox River Grove and Spring Grove Police Departments in Illinois, where he held roles such as Patrol Officer, Juvenile Officer, and D.A.R.E. Officer.

Stevens is a genealogist who traced his family's roots back to Ireland and England, and he is a descendant of the Curtis family who settled in Illinois in the 1830s. He is a living historian who has reenacted historical periods from the Revolutionary War to World War II. He has written numerous articles on Western history and self-published several books, including Red Flag of Defiance, which details the first battle of the Black Hawk War, The Battle for Apple River Fort, and A Fiendish Crime, the true story of the first train robbery in the West. He is also the author of the semi-fictional Ten Eycke Chronicles: Return to Tombstone. His work often focuses on the American West, with topics including the history of the Santa Fe Trail, Old West ranching, and the lives of figures like Wyatt Earp and Jesse James. He and his wife were married in Tombstone, Arizona, in 2017.

Stevens is the founder of the Central States Lawman and Outlaws Historic Association and maintains a blog where he shares his research and historical narratives. He has been recognized with several military and civilian awards, including the Navy Battle E, Humanitarian Service Medal, and the National Defense Medal. He currently owns a private investigative company in the Des Moines, Iowa, region. While he is known for his historical non-fiction, the "Wild West Anthology" likely refers to his body of work featured in his blog and publications, which explore the history and legends of the American frontier