Fabian policy
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Ferdinand, well understanding the peculiar characters of the French and of the Spanish soldier, had cautioned his general to adopt the Fabian policy of Gonsalvo, and avoid a close encounter as long as possible.
From The History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic — Volume 3 by Prescott, William Hickling
The Spaniards, few in number, did not attack them, but, adopting a Fabian policy, which suited their pride and phlegm, sent for 300 or 400 men to kill all the cattle round the bay.
From The Monarchs of the Main, Volume II (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers by Thornbury, Walter
By a Fabian policy of watching, waiting, warding, and assaulting at the right moment.
From Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 55, No. 342, April, 1844 by Various
He did not approve of the "Fabian policy" of Joseph E. Johnston.
From Robert Toombs Statesman, Speaker, Soldier, Sage by Stovall, Pleasant A.
Perhaps, if history had preserved the reports of Hannibal, the "Fabian policy" would not have become so reputable.
From History of Morgan's Cavalry by Duke, Basil Wilson
