"兵之情主速，乘敵所不及，由不虞之途，攻其所不備也。"
— Sun Tzu
January 1, 1970
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Philosophers from China
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Speed is the essence of war. Take advantage of the enemy's unpreparedness; travel by unexpected routes and strike him where he has taken no precautions.
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Speed is the essence of war. Take advantage of the enemy's unpreparedness; travel by unexpected routes and strike him where he has taken no precautions.