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World History Homework Three- Model (view source)
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:One of my favorite insights of Sun Tzu is, "In war, then, let your object be victory, not lengthily campaigns." The Americans could have used a good dose of that in the Vietnam War, rather than letting the Viet Cong call phony peace conferences every so often to build their forces. (Duncan)
:One of my favorite insights of Sun Tzu is, "In war, then, let your object be victory, not lengthily campaigns." The Americans could have used a good dose of that in the Vietnam War, rather than letting the Viet Cong call phony peace conferences every so often to build their forces. (Duncan)
:My favorite is his idea to let the enemy destroy itself by its own mistakes. Instead of attacking first, let your army wait for the enemy to slip up and use that to your advantage to win. (Sean)
:If your enemy is secure at all points, be prepared for him. If he is in superior strength, evade him. If your opponent is temperamental, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant. If he is taking his ease, give him no rest. If his forces are united, separate them. If sovereign and subject are in accord, put division between them. Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected." ... This quote doesn't only apply to military situations, but it can be used in everyday life. (Sarah B.)
6. Take your pick, classical India or China, and list in chronological order the major empires along with their time periods.
6. Take your pick, classical India or China, and list in chronological order the major empires along with their time periods.