Maybe I should cherry-pick stuff too...
"In fact, in 1588, while one English gunner complained about the lack of skilled gunnners in the fleet, Spanish observers claimed that the English fired their guns as frequently as the Spanish could fire a musket." (p. 43, Tudor Warships v. 2)
There is no contradiction. It depends on the level of skill you would expect.
It's not what you said originally...
Yes, it is. The assumed difference between the quotes is explained by the different level of skill each side is accustomed to.
Adaprting your plans according to circumstances is exactly a sign of good leadership.
You're grasping at straws now...
The shoe seems rather on the other foot.
Is something wrong with you?
No, I am perfectly fine, thank you.