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Army Quote by Frederick The Great

“It has been said by a certain general, that the first object in the establishment of an army ought to be making provision for the belly, that being the basis and foundation of all operations” quote by Frederick The Great
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“It has been said by a certain general, that the first object in the establishment of an army ought to be making provision for the belly, that being the basis and foundation of all operations”

Frederick The Great

About This Quote

Source Speech: Military Treatise, 18th century Prussia

An army must first be fed; sustenance underpins every military operation.

In simple terms: Feed troops first.

Key Takeaway

Ensure logistics before strategy.

Themes

logistics military sustenance

Mood

practical serious

Type

advice instructional

When to use this quote

  • campaign planning
  • field operations
  • troop morale

Key Concepts

strategic planning resource allocation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you prioritize supply chains in projects?
  • What happens when basic needs are ignored?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting morale can undermine even well‑supplied forces.

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