“Our knowledge of circumstances has increased, but our uncertainty, instead of having diminished, has only increased. The reason of this is, that we do not gain all our experience at once, but by degrees; so our determinations continue to be assailed incessantly by fresh experience; and the mind, if we may use the expression, must always be under arms.”
Quote by Carl von Clausewitz
Work
On War: Vom Kriege: fog of war
This seminal work delves into the intricacies of warfare, analyzing the psychological and logistical aspects of conflict. It examines the fog of war, the uncertainty and confusion that often accompany military engagements, and offers insights into the principles of successful command. more
Author
Carl von Clausewitz
Carl von Clausewitz, born on July 1, 1780, and died on November 16, 1831, was a Prussian military theorist and historian. He is considered one of the founders of modern military theory. Clausewitz's most famous work, 'On War,' has had a profound impact on military strategy and warfare theory to this day. more
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