Inspirational Quotes on Strategy

“Bravery without forethought, causes a man to fight blindly and desperately like a mad bull.  Such an opponent, must not be encountered with brute force, but may be lured into an ambush and slain.”

“mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy”

“Move not unless you see an advantage; use not your troops unless there is something to be gained; fight not unless the position is critical.”

“He will win who, prepared himself, waits to take the enemy unprepared.”

“Never venture, never win!”

“If his forces are united, separate them.”

“Begin by seizing something which your opponent holds dear; then he will be amenable to your will.”

“Rewards for good service should not be deferred a single day.”

“If he sends reinforcements everywhere, he will everywhere be weak.”

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

“the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.”

“Conform to the enemy's tactics until a favorable opportunity offers; then come forth and engage in a battle that shall prove decisive.”

“When your army has crossed the border, you should burn your boats and bridges, in order to make it clear to everybody that you have no hankering after home.”

“Therefore, just as water retains no constant shape, so in warfare there are no constant conditions.”

“If there is disturbance in the camp, the general's authority is weak. ”

“the worst calamities that befall an army arise from hesitation”

“if you fight with all your might,  there is a chance of life; where as death is certain if you cling to your corner”

“do many calculations lead to victory, and few calculations to defeat”

“Success in warfare is gained by carefully accommodating ourselves to the enemy's purpose.”

“Do not swallow bait offered by the enemy. Do not interfere with an army that is returning home.”