:: The Art of War ::
is the commander's fault.
is the commander's fault.
But after the commander has given the orders and instructions clearly,
the soldiers are to blame if they choose not to obey.
- Calculations
moral cause: share a common belief
nature: weather, season, etc… , changes in climates, limits of time
situation: distance, nature of terrain, physical conditions
leadership: wisdom, confidence, compassion, courage, firmness
discipline: reward and punishment, logistics, etc…
7 Calculations:
pull cadets and NCOs together
command better
better advantage
command order and discipline
superior
better trained cadets
fairer system of reward and punishment
Deception:
The capable must pretend to be incapable
Appear inactive when one wants to activate the army
When attacking a close target, pretend to be looking at a further objective
When attacking a faraway target, pretend to be invading an immediate objective
Exploitation:
Entice your enemy with the bait of small gains
and crush them after throwing their forces into internal strife.
Be vigilant when your enemy is alert and without weakness.
Retreat temporarily when your enemy is strong.
Provoke your enemy to cause its anger.
Pretend to be weak so that your enemy will become complacent.
Sow discord when your enemy forces are united.
Attack when the enemy forces are unprepared.
Attack by surprise, but always be flexible.
Deliberate:
weigh weakness and strengths of both own and enemy forces
careful planning lead to victory
be in an advantageous position - Planning
Time is money:
only after everything is ready, then we are ready
Avoid long battles:
it will only dampen the vigour and morale,
better fight to win quickly
Provoke cadets, motivate them to excel.
Entice cadets with attractive rewards.
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