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The White Flag Principle: How to Lose a War (and Why)

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Once one looks past Tzabar's absolutely confident tone, a unique approach to the victor/loser relationship emerges with questionable factual backing. While a good read for anyone interested in the 'art' of war, The White Flag Principle also can spark the interest of those concerned with the new political atmosphere of today's world. With the US as the only superpower, the text provides a step by step handbook approach for anyone looking to benefit through a carefully administered defeat at the hands of such overwhelming force. A unique and thought provoking text, but it receives only 4 stars for the manifesto style writing of Tzabar.

Shimon Tzabar have based his theory on a few observations. Like what he called a 'retreat'. That 'retreat' could be seen by others as a from of maneuver warfare, assymatric warfare or hit-and-run.
Being a loser may sometimes have positive sides, but not always!!! If you look further in history. There lots more of examples where the loser was wiped out or became slaves.

After explaining the benefits of military defeat the author carefully explains how nations can achieve defeat. The author expounds on the necessities of mistreating your troops, opening tactical gaps in your lines and encouraging the enemy to encircle you. An extremely entertaining read.