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What does it mean?
Rob Roy admits he dispersed his followers to hide or escape using his knowledge of the terrain.
In plain terms
He let his men go to hide or run away because he knew the mountain paths well.
What can you take from it?
Local knowledge can be a key asset for survival in conflict.

Where it applies

  • military retreats
  • hunting
  • getting lost

Putting it to work

  • study local geography
  • plan escape routes
  • use terrain advantages

Questions to consider

  • How does terrain influence military strategy?
  • When is dispersing a group safer?

Another view

Confessions made under duress may not be entirely truthful.

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