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Attack Unexpectedly and Without Warning

This means to attack when the enemy is unprepared and take action when the enemy least expects it. It is a key principle of warfare advocated by Sunzi, an ancient Chinese military strategist. The essence is to launch a surprise attack and inflict heavy losses on the troops, weapons and morale of the adversary, so as to gain the initiative and secure victory. This has remained an important principle of warfare even today.

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Launching a surprise attack and taking action when the enemy least expects is a smart move a military commander employs to win victory. Such a move is not to be determined beforehand.
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