Good Intelligence Is Nine-tenths Of Any Battle.

Many A One Commits A Reprehensible Action, Who Is At Bottom An Honourable Man, Because Man Seldom Acts Upon Natural Impulse, But From Some Secret Passion Of The Moment Which Lies Hidden And Concealed Within The Narrowest Folds Of His Heart.

The Transition From The Defensive To The Offensive Is One Of The Most Delicate Operations In War.

I Know He's A Good General, But Is He Lucky?

At The Head Of An Army, Nothing Is More Becoming Than Simplicity.

A Great Reserve And Severity Of Manners Are Necessary For The Command Of Those Who Are Older Than Ourselves.