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with advantage, but knows not that his own men are incompetent, has no certainty of victory.
Confidence in the troops, right judgment when to attack the enemy, but improper appreciation of terrain, bring uncertain victory.
The wise soldier, once in motion, does not waver, and is never at a loss.
As has been said; "Know thyself; know the enemy ; fear not for victory."
Also, if the season and the opportunity be realised, and the ground known, complete victory is certain.
