Desperate affairs require desperate remedies.

Four elements make up the climate of war: danger, exertion, uncertainty and chance.

A prince or general can best demonstrate his genius by managing a campaign exactly to suit his objectives and his resources, doing neither too much nor too little.

The backbone of surprise is fusing speed with secrecy.

There is nothing more common than to find considerations of supply affecting the strategic lines of a campaign and a war.

The Conqueror is always a lover of peace: he would prefer to take over our country unopposed.

Self-reliance is the best defence against the pressures of the moment.