The book has no illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from the publisher's website (GeneralBooksClub.com). You can also preview excerpts of the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Title: The Army and Navy of America From the Period of the French and Indian Wars to the Close of the Mexican War: Independent of an Account of Warlike Operations on Land and Sea; Original Publisher: Lancaster, Pa.: J.P. Pearsol; Publication date: 1853; Subjects: Military art and science; United States; History / Military / General; Technology