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Sir John Chandos

A renowned English knight and commander in the wars.

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Also known as Chandos, Lord Chandos, the Lord Chandos

First appearance: XXIII: How England Held the Lists at Bordeaux

Sir John Chandos shows up with force in XVIII: How Sir Nigel Loring Put a Patch Upon His Eye. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The famed knight, scarred and one-eyed, warmly embraces Sir Nigel and welcomes him.

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Sir John Chandos first appears in 0024 xxiii how england held the lists at bordeaux.

In XVIII: How Sir Nigel Loring Put a Patch Upon His Eye: The famed knight, scarred and one-eyed, warmly embraces Sir Nigel and welcomes him.

Later, in XIX: How There Was Stir at the Abbey of St. Andrew's: Acts as herald and guide, introducing the knights to the prince and identifying the various nobles present.

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XVIII: How Sir Nigel Loring Put a Patch Upon His Eye
The famed knight, scarred and one-eyed, warmly embraces Sir Nigel and welcomes him.
XIX: How There Was Stir at the Abbey of St. Andrew's
Acts as herald and guide, introducing the knights to the prince and identifying the various nobles present.
XXII: How the Bowmen Held Wassail at the Rose de Guienne
Mentioned as having taken up the challenge for the tournament and as marshal of the lists.
XXIII: How England Held the Lists at Bordeaux
Assists in selecting the champions and advises the prince on political matters.
How a Champion Came Forth from the East
Acts as marshal, throws down his baton to end the fight, and is privately told the stranger's name, which he vouches for.
How the Army Made the Passage of Roncesvalles
Leads a strong column of archers through the pass; described as a fierce old warrior with a single gleaming eye.

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