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The key advantage of fighting a defensive war is that the side on the defense can force the other to attack. In forcing the attack, the defender often can chose terrain and conditions that are most advantageous to the defender. Further, it is frequently easier to supply a defending army and secure supply lines than it is to supply an attacking army.

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