RIO VIEJO, IN SPANISH, MEANS OLD RIVER. RIO IS AN ACRONYM IN NAVY PARLANCE FOR RADAR INTERCEPT OFFICER, THE REAR SEAT CREWMAN IN THE PHANTOM. RIO VIEJO AS USED HERE REFERS TO THE AUTHOR.
Eugene Sierras was born in Tucson, Arizona. He attended local schools, and graduated from the University of Arizona in 1964. He was immediately called to active duty with the United States Navy and served until his retirement in 1986. During his service he served on various ships and fighter squadrons. After retirement from the navy, he completed a second career with the Arizona Department of Public Safety. He currently lives in Tucson, Arizona with his wife.
