“It is only one who is thoroughly acquainted with the evils of warthat can thoroughly understand the profitable way of carrying it on.”

“If words of command are not clear and distinct, if orders are not thoroughly understood, then the general is to blame. But, if orders are clear and the soldiers nevertheless disobey, then it is the fault of their oficers.”

“who does not know the evils of war cannot appreciate its benefits”

“We cannot enter into alliances until we are acquainted with the designs of our neighbors.”

“What the ancients called a clever fighter is one who not only wins, but excels in winning with ease.”

“Those skilled at making the enemy move do so by creating a situation to which he must conform; they entice him with something he is certain to take, and with lures of ostensible profit they await him in strength.”

“You can be sure of succeeding in your attacks if you only attack places which are undefended.”