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An ambuscade, if discovered and promptly surrounded, will return the intended mischief with interest.
— Publius Flavius Vegetius Renatus
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Publius Flavius Vegetius Renatus
writer, military personnel, historian, physician, official
399 – 450
Publius Vegetius Renatus, known as Vegetius, was a writer of the Later Roman Empire. Nothing is known of his life or station beyond what is contained in his two surviving works: Epitoma rei militaris, and the lesser-known Digesta Artis Mulomedicinae, a guide to veterinary medicine. He identifies himself in the opening of his work Epitoma rei militaris as a Christian.
All Quotes by Publius Flavius Vegetius Renatus
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What can a soldier do who charges when out of breath?
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Paucos uiros fortes natura procreat; bona institutione plures reddit industria.
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The courage of a soldier is heightened by his knowledge of his profession.
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Few men are born brave. Many become so through training and force of discipline.
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