Mexican Revolution: The Convergence of the Twain

Zapata gained an enormous amount of power, especially in Mexico City. Zapata saw four main problems that he was up against (pg 267). The main problem was banditry. A new phase of the Revolution was beginning. The groups all had different values. Zapata maintained his love for the land, and tradition. Zapata and Villa finally met (for the only time) in Mexico City (think of famous picture). Neither of the men wanted the Presidency. Each man had a major weakness. Villa' soldiers started a reign of terror, Villa had Zapata's aide murdered. Gutierrez (the President) issued a manifesto, he criticized both men. Zapata went into retirement and Villa continued to be self-destructive.