The Creed of Violence (27 page)

IN 1914 WOODROW WILSON invaded Veracruz. It was over the fact
that a handful of American sailors had been taken from a U.S. ship, but,
in fact, it was his desire to overthrow Huerta, destabilize his regime and
encourage the rebels.

DURING THIS PERIOD, the price of oil per barrel doubled.

WISH TO THANK the publisher, Charlie Winton, for the literary opportunity. I also wish to thank Tracy Falco of Universal, for the
filmic opportunity.

On a personal note: To Deirdre Stephanie and the late, great
Brutarian . . . to G.G. and L.S. . . . to Charlie Cacique at the Agua
Caliente Race Track, for the tip that led to Lazaro and so birthed this
book ... and finally, to my steadfast friend and ally, and a master at
navigating the madness, Donald V. Allen.