Logistics comprises the means and arrangements which work out the plans of strategy and tactics. Strategy decides where … - Antoine-Henri Jomini

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Antoine-Henri Jomini

Logistics comprises the means and arrangements which work out the plans of strategy and tactics. Strategy decides where to act; logistics brings the troops to this point.

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