The Art of War

General Sun Tzu was a Chinese military advisor who wrote the famous masterpiece “Art of War” based upon his experience in gaining many war victories. In summary, his doctrine is enumerated below

BEFORE THE BATTLE

Win without fighting, if possible

Compare Constant factors with enemy:

Morale, Commander, Doctrine, Terrain & Weather

Choose the Battleground

Know the Battlefield

Know Yourself /forces

Know the Enemy / Use of Spies

Plan & Strategize well,

Strategy before Tactics

DURING THE BATTLE

Have High Moral Integrity

Enforce Discipline

Care for Soldiers Well being

Develop Uniform level of Courage

Develop Teamwork, Employ Teamwork, whole Team works as a Unit

Avoid the avoidable factors

Attack from Strong Position / high ground

Take the Offensive: Occupy the Battlefield first & wait for the enemy

Prioritize

Be Flexible

Use Surprise, Use unexpected routes & methods

Use Deception

Attack by Fire

Speed, Timing, Momentum of troops is essence to win

Be Persistent

Take advantage of Opportunity & whatever the situation

Combine extraordinary force to win with ordinary force to engage enemy

Break the rules where necessary

Avoid enemy’s strength, attack his weakness

Take advantage of enemy’s Unprepared ness

AFTER THE BATTLE

Build on your success, Use your victories

While in Peace, Train for War