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Re: rule

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From: Bill M. Melvin
Date: Mon, 14 Mar 1994 22:10
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David Camp (David.Camp@f406.n712.z3.fidonet.org) wrote:
: Hi all, im new to the game, and my friends keep arguing about this one rule.
: I'd like to know the answer. Can Kings take a piece when he's in check???

Yes!  The key is:  the square of the captured piece cannot be 'in check'. 
You may not make a move which permits the opponent 'to take your king'.
Hope this helps.

Bill Melvin
USCF Life Master
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