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in Book I given classes of examples which, as I believe, will suffice to instruct a general in those matters which are to be attended to before beginning battle, I will next in order present examples which bear on those things that are usually done in the battle itself, and then those that come subsequent to the engagement.

Of those which concern the battle itself, there are the following classes:

I. On choosing the time for battle. II. On choosing the place for battle.

III. On the disposition of troops for battle.

IV. On creating panic in the enemy's ranks.

V. On ambushes.

VI. On letting the enemy escape, lest, brought to bay, he renew the battle in desperation.

VII. On concealing reverses. VIII. On restoring morale by firmness.

Of the matters which deserve attention after battle, I consider that there are the following classes:

IX. On bringing the war to a close after a successful engagement.

X. On repairing one's losses after a reverse.

XI. On ensuring the loyalty of those whom one mistrusts.

XII. What to do for the defence of the camp, in case a commander lacks confidence in his present forces.

XIII. On retreating. 89