CHAPTER X.--The military in Mexico before and after the

revolution--Confirmation of army--Its political use--Character of Mexican soldiers--Recruiting--Tactics--Officers--Dramatic character of army--Recriminations--Condition of the army at the peace--Army on the northern frontier--Military colonies--Character of the tribes--Fortresses--Perote--Acapulco--San Juan de Ulua--Re-organization of the army--Tabular view of men and Materiel--Navy--Extent of coast on both seas--Naval establishment--Vessels and officers--Expenses of war and navy, 116