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“Common sense will tell us, that the power which hath endeavoured to subdue us, is of all others the most improper to defend us.” Thomas Paine, Common Sense

“Standing on the defensive indicates insufficient strength; attacking, a superabundance of strength.” Sun Tzu, The Art of War

“In the long history of the world, only a few generations have been granted the role of defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger; I do not shrink from this responsibility... I welcome it.” John F. Kennedy, Inaugural Address

“You can be sure of succeeding in your attacks if you only attack places which are undefended. You can ensure the safety of your defense if you only hold positions that cannot be attacked.” Sun Tzu, The Art of War

“Appear at points which the enemy must hasten to defend; march swiftly to places where you are not expected.” Sun Tzu, The Art of War

“To kill, I grant, is sin's extremest gust; but, in defence, by mercy, 'tis most just.” William Shakespeare, Timon of Athens

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Sun Tzu (3)
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