The Art of War by active 6th century B.C. Sunzi

active 6th century B.C. Sunzi

Chapter 138: 5. In all fighting, the direct method may be used for joining battle,

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Chapter 138: 5. In all fighting, the direct method may be used for joining battle,

but indirect methods will be needed in order to secure victory. [Chang Yu says: "Steadily develop indirect tactics, either by pounding the enemy’s flanks or falling on his rear." A brilliant example of "indirect tactics" which decided the fortunes of a campaign was Lord Roberts’ night march round the Peiwar Kotal in the second Afghan war. [1]
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