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The Pawn

The Pawn can only move forward. It never moves sideways or backwards.
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The Moves of the Pawn

The Pawn is the weakest piece on the board, but has the most complicated rules covering its moves. Since Pawns can't move backwards, they should not advance without proper support. The Pawns need to be considered individually and as a whole (the Pawn structure).

For more about the Pawn, including an explanation of its relative value and tips for its use, see our tutorial The Chess Pawn Explained.

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