Principles of war

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In warfare, a number of driving principles can be derived which indicate basic ideas by which war is prosecuted.

• Confusion: Make it so they do not know which way to turn.
• Demoralization: Make it so they do not want to fight.
• Disabling: Removing enemy capability.
• Discipline: Train your troops.
• Division: Divide and conquer.
• Distraction: Make them look the other way.
• Fear: Make it so they do not want to fight you.
• Generosity: Be kind to them so they are kind in return.
• Intelligence: The side that knows most wins.
• Overwhelm: Show and use far greater force.
• Provocation: Make them angry so they act impetuously.
• Sacrifice: Pay any price for success.
• Seamlessness: Present no chink in your armor.
• Speed: Be quicker than them. Be able to react fast.

See also

Persuasion principles