The Art of War · Character
Confucius
The great Chinese philosopher, quoted in the commentaries.
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First appearance: the commentators
Confucius shows up with force in Apologies for War. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Discussed as having both civil and military functions; his words 'If I fight, I conquer' are cited to show his competence in war.
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