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41 " When you start a fire, be to windward of it. Do not attack from the leeward. "
― Sun Tzu , The Art of War
42 " War is like a fire - if you do not put it out, it will burn itself out. "
43 " If soldiers are punished before they have grown attached to you, they will not prove submissive;and, unless submissive, then will be practically useless. If, when the soldiers have become attachedto you, punishments are not enforced, they will still be unless. "
44 " Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow you into the deepest valleys; look upon them as your own beloved sons, and they will stand by you even unto death. "
45 " Understand both yourself and your enemy, and you shall always emerge victorious "
― Sun Tzu
46 " In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity "
47 " Rewards for good service should not be deferred a single day. "
48 " If you do not take opportunity to advance and reward the deserving, your subordinates will not carry out your commands, and disaster will ensue. "
49 " mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy "
50 " If he sends reinforcements everywhere, he will everywhere be weak. "
51 " 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. "
52 " If there is disturbance in the camp, the general's authority is weak. "
53 " the worst calamities that befall an army arise from hesitation "
54 " You can be sure of succeeding in your attacks if you only attack places which are undefended. "
55 " When the outlook is bright, bring it before their eyes; but tell them nothing when the situation is gloomy. "
56 " Success in warfare is gained by carefully accommodating ourselves to the enemy's purpose. "
57 " The spot where we intend to fight must not be made known "
58 " You can ensure the safety of your defense if you only hold positions that cannot be attacked. "
59 " We cannot enter into alliances until we are acquainted with the designs of our neighbors. "
60 " Whether in an advantageous position or a disadvantageous one, the opposite state should be always present to your mind. "