to reach one's ears; to come to one's knowledge; to hear about; to learn of (by chance)
dumbfounded; overcome with surprise; in blank amazement; in a daze
war potential; military strength; fighting power; ability (to compete); capabilities; valuable asset
folding; bending; wrapping; packing; folding (in poker)
decisive action; going through with; daring to do; carrying out
result; consequence; coming to fruition; bearing fruit; as a result; consequently
to bring; to take; to bring about
state of the war; war situation
to go out to meet; to receive; to welcome; to accept (e.g. as a member of a group or family); to call for; to summon
fort; stronghold; fortification
space (room, area, outer space)