Alexander Suvorov quotes

Alexander Suvorov was a renowned Russian military commander, considered one of the greatest generals in history. His brilliant tactics and undefeated record elevated him to legendary status within the Russian Empire. He is remembered for his strict discipline, humane treatment of soldiers, and inspirational leadership. Here are 30 of his quotes:

There is nobody more terrible than the desperate. (Alexander Suvorov)
Discipline is the mother of victory. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
He who is afraid is half beaten. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
The whole earth is not worth even one drop of uselessly shed blood. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Achieve victory not by numbers, but by knowing how. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Speed is essential, but haste harmful. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
One minute decides the outcome of a battle, one hour the success of a campaign, one day the fate of empires. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
The bullet is a fool, the bayonet is a fine chap. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Train hard, fight easy. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Fight the enemy with the weapons he lacks. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
The more comfort the less courage there is. (Alexander Suvorov)
No battle can be won in the study, and theory without practice is dead. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
As long as the enemy fights he must be beaten relentlessly, but a defeated enemy and especially the civilian population must be treated generously. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Win with ability, not with numbers. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
To me death is better than the defensive. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Judgment of eye, speed and attack are the basis of victory. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
A strong pursuit, give no time for the enemy to think, take advantage of victory, uproot him, cut off his escape route. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Fortune seized at the right moment gives victory. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
To surprise the enemy is to defeat him. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
When the enemy is driven back, we have failed, and when he is cut off, encircled and dispersed, we have succeeded. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Exercises cultivated self-reliance - the foundation of courage. (Alexander Suvorov)
Fire opens the gates of victory. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
Drill your soldiers well, and give them a pattern yourself. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
One cannot think that blind bravery gives victory over the enemy. View quote
Alexander Suvorov
If we had not driven them into hell... hell would have swallowed us. View quote
Alexander Suvorov

Alexander Suvorov

Alexander Suvorov - Image
Occupation: Russian Marshal
Born: November 13, 1730
Died: May 6, 1800
Quotes count: 30
Wikipedia: Alexander Suvorov

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