Bombs Quote by J. F. C. Fuller
“It is absolutely true in war, were other things equal, that numbers, whether men, shells, bombs, etc., would be supreme. Yet it is also absolutely true that other things are never equal and can never be equal.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Foundations of the Science of War", 1925
Numbers dominate in war only when all else is equal; real conflicts involve many unequal factors.
In simple terms: Numbers matter, but not everything.
Key Takeaway
Consider both quantitative and qualitative factors.
Themes
war
strategy
numbers
inequality
complexity
Mood
strategic
reflective
Type
analytical
historical
When to use this quote
- battle planning
- resource allocation
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Military theory
logistics
human factors
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑numeric factors can tip a battle?
- How do you weigh numbers against morale?
A Different Perspective
Numbers alone cannot guarantee victory.
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