Back Quote by William Cavendish
“You should pull him back besides in all the lines before the quarter, just as you make the others advance.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Art of War, 1645
A commander should retrieve a retreating soldier before the line collapses, while advancing the rest to maintain momentum.
In simple terms: Pull back the weak before the line breaks, keep others moving forward.
Key Takeaway
Rescue early, keep pressure.
Themes
leadership
strategy
team dynamics
Mood
urgent
determined
Type
motivational
strategic
When to use this quote
- battlefield
- sports teams
- project management
- emergency response
Key Concepts
military tactics
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when to intervene?
- What risks arise from delaying assistance?
A Different Perspective
If the retreating soldier is not pulled back, the whole line may collapse.
