Successful fire attacks require prior preparation and continuous logistical readiness of incendiary materials.

By Sun Tzu, from L'Art de la guerre

Key Arguments

  • He insists that the means must be available before attempting the method, stressing logistics as precondition.
  • Maintaining materials for raising fire in constant readiness ensures rapid exploitation of opportunities.

Source Quotes

2. In order to carry out an attack, we must have means available. The material for raising fire should always be kept in readiness.
In order to carry out an attack, we must have means available. The material for raising fire should always be kept in readiness. 3.

Key Concepts

  • In order to carry out an attack, we must have means available.
  • The material for raising fire should always be kept in readiness.

Context

xii. The Attack by Fire — logistical prerequisites and preparedness