741 A fort is wealth to those who act against their foes; Is wealth to them who, fearing, guard themselves from woes.

742 A fort is that which owns a fount of waters crystal clear, An open space, a hill, and shade of beauteous forest near.

743 Height, breadth, strength, difficult access: Science declares a fort must these possess.

744 A fort must need but slight defence, yet ample be, Defying all the foeman's energy.

745 Impregnable, containing ample stores of food, A fort, for those within, must be a warlike station good.

746 A fort, with all munitions amply stored, In time of need should good reserves afford.

747 A fort should be impregnable to foes who gird it round, Or aim there darts from far, or mine beneath the ground.

748 Howe'er the circling foe may strive access to win, A fort should give the victory to those who guard within.

749 At outset of the strife a fort should foes dismay; And greatness gain by deeds in every glorious day.

750 Howe'er majestic castled walls may rise, To craven souls no fortress strength supplies.