Kevin Getchell

About the Author

Kevin Getchell is the author of Scapegoat of Shiloh: The Distortion of Lew Wallace's Record by U.S. Grant, a work of historical inquiry focused on the contested legacy of Lew Wallace and the ways historical accounts can shape public understanding. With close attention to Civil War history, military leadership, and the interpretation of documentary records, Getchell examines how reputations are formed, challenged, and preserved. His writing invites readers to revisit familiar narratives, question accepted judgments, and consider the complexities behind celebrated events and figures in American history.