兵马未动，粮草先行

兵马未动，粮草先行

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Before the troops move, fodder and provisions go first; logistics comes before military maneuvers; an army marches on its stomach

Traditional:

兵馬未動，糧草先行

军队在行军作战时，要保证充足的粮草供应，因为兵马未动，粮草先行。

When the army is marching and engaging in battles, it is crucial to ensure an ample supply of provisions because an army marches on its stomach.