What are 4 or 5 characteristics of a military genius ?

Question

basically just 4 or 5 things which could define a military gemnius, what would they need ?

Answer 1

Strength, Speed, Cunning, Bravery, Good with Weaponry.

I was just asked this question in school.

Answer 2

Arguably, there are two works in the history of military strategizing that are more important that any others. 'The Art of War' by Sun Tzu and 'On War' by Carl von Clausewitz. Sun Tzu argued that a 'competitive' military leader needed a strong knowledge of mission, climate, ground, leadership, and methods.

Answer 3

grasp of time and space

imagination

fast decision taking

economy of forces

consequence

Answer 4

He has to know successful tactics and strategy.

He has to know all about the terrain he is fighting on.

He has to command the respect and trust of his troops.

He has to be aggressive.

He has to be able to make decisions knowing he is sending men to their death and it can't influence his decisions.

He has to be decisive, not second guess his decisions.

He has to know his enemy. Location, troop strength, their weapons, are there reinforcements coming, etc.

Most need to be able to convince " allies " to join him.

Answer 5

Patience

Cunningness

Influence

Discernment

Imagination

Answer 6

Strong character

Knowledge of terrain

Tacticial awareness

Rappor with troops

Lucky

Answer 7

strategy,interpretation,the ability to think clearly in the worst situations lol well thats all i can think about