Napoleon Bonaparte:

One must not lose the opportunity of striking when the iron is hot.

— Napoleon Bonaparte Early Modern

French Emperor and conqueror

Attributed, a common proverb he likely endorsed and practiced.

Uncertain, c. 19th Century

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"The human mind is far more subject to superstition than to reason."

"The surest way to remain poor is to be an honest man."

"One must not fight with too many enemies at once."

"The art of war is to gain time when your strength is inferior."

"Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake."