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Rook Behind Passed Pawn (Tarrasch Rule)

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Tarrasch's rule states: rooks belong behind passed pawns. For the attacker, a rook behind the pawn supports its advance and gains more room as the pawn pushes forward. For the defender, a rook behind the opponent's pawn attacks it from maximum distance and gains more checking room as the pawn advances.

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