The Board & Pieces

♟ The Pawn

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The Foot Soldiers

Pawns are the soul of chess! Each side starts with 8 pawns. They may seem weak, but they're the foundation of every position. Many games are won or lost based on pawn play.

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Lesson: ♟ The Pawn