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“Sun Tzu does not need my praise. His work has lived for over two thousand years, and will surely live for another two thousand without any help from me.”

Quote by Martin Van Creveld

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Martin Van Creveld

Martin Van Creveld, born on March 5, 1946, is a renowned military historian and strategic theorist. His research focuses on military history, strategic theory, and the history of war, with numerous publications including 'The Transformation of War'. His work has had a profound impact on modern war theory. more

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