Beginner2 min readLast updated: 2026-06-10
Three White Soldiers — Complete Guide
Master the Three White Soldiers strong bullish continuation/reversal pattern.
What is Three White Soldiers?
Three White Soldiers is a 3-candle bullish pattern consisting of three consecutive large bullish candles, each opening within the previous candle's body and closing at or near its high. It signals strong buyer conviction.
Identification
| Rule | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 3 consecutive bullish candles | Each with large bodies |
| Progressive closing | Each closes higher than the previous |
| Opening | Each opens within previous body |
| Wicks | Small upper wicks (full conviction) |
| Location | After downtrend or at support (reversal) |
Psychology
- Three consecutive sessions of buyer domination
- No significant selling at any point
- Each session builds on the previous with no weakness
- Very strong momentum signal — trend change or continuation
Trading
- Used as confirmation of trend change (not entry signal)
- Enter on pullback after the pattern completes
- Stop: Below the first soldier's low
- Caution: If candles are too large, price may be overextended
- Best when appearing after a consolidation/base
Related Topics
- Three Black Crows — Bearish opposite
- Momentum — Strong momentum signal