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    • Ten Opening Rules

          Ten rules made by the Grand Master Reuben Fine (photo right) which help beginners in the complex world of chess openings: 1.) Start the game either with 1.e4 or 1.d4. 2.) If it is possible choose a move which also attacks and develops you... | Read More

      • Costin
      • | Jan 11 2008
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    • History of Chess

          There are many legends about the origin of chess, most saying that chess appeared under the name of ceaturanga, in India more than 2000 years ago.     Researchers like A. Linde ("Geschichte und Literatur des ... | Read More

      • Costin
      • | Jan 11 2008
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    • The Sicilian Defence

          The Sicilian defense is one of the most common used defences, being the main weapon against 1.e2-e4. This is because, by giving up the center and organizing a quick counter-attack on the queen's flank, it takes to a very complicated game, i... | Read More

      • Costin
      • | Jan 10 2008
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