'Now, my boy,' you said, 'did this teacher you want to pay ever mention economy among the things a general ought to understand?
Soldiers, no less than servants in a house, are dependent on supplies.' And I was forced to tell the truth and admit that not a syllable had been mentioned on that score.

Then you asked me if anything had been taught about health and strength, since a true general is bound to think of these matters no less than of tactics and strategy.

And when I was forced to say no, you asked me if he had taught me any of the arts which give the best aid in war.

Once again I had to say no and then you asked whether he had ever taught me how to kindle enthusiasm in my men.

For in every undertaking, you said, there was all the difference in the world between energy and lack of spirit.