He was thoroughly ignorant of the ways of a great city, of the world; incapable of meeting a crisis; of apportioning it at its true value.
"Garrison's Finish A Romance of the Race-Course"
W. B. M. Ferguson
With respect to mental and moral factors, the capabilities of particular commanders and organizations may be an important factor in apportioning forces to tasks.
"Sound Military Decision"
U.s. Naval War College
In formulating tasks, and in apportioning strength, by the procedure already described, the commander has applied the Fundamental Military Principle.
"Sound Military Decision"
U.s. Naval War College