Thus, to take a long and circuitous route, after enticing the enemy out of the way, and though starting after him, to contrive to reach the goal before him, shows knowledge of the artifice of deviation . 349

Manoeuvring with an army is advantageous; with an undisciplined multitude, most dangerous. 350

If you set a fully equipped army in march in order to snatch an advantage, the chances are that you will be too late. 351 On the other hand, to detach a flying column for the purpose involves the sacrifice of its baggage and stores. 352