Meanwhile, in ensuing preparations for war, no aspect of the psychological preparedness should be overlooked.
"Sympathetic Magic"
Paul Cameron Brown
When Cervera's squadron was once cornered, an intelligent opponent would, under any state of naval preparedness, have seen the advisability of forcing him out of the port by an attack in the rear, which could be made only by an army.
"Lessons of the war with Spain and other articles"
Alfred T. Mahan
Evidently this charmer maintained herself in a state of constant preparedness, and her vanity bag hid secrets even from Buddy.
"Flowing Gold"
Rex Beach