Month: September 2002

  • The Chess Drum

    The Mind of a Grandmaster

    In the chess world, GMs are considered the elite thinkers. Perhaps it is safe to say that a GM is superior in the handling of one or more key areas of the game which most times leads to finding the clearest path to victory. In his popular book, Road to…

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  • Historic Moments

    Historic Moments: Ancient Chess in Africa!

    “Algers–Negres jouant aux Echecs” The undated postcard is loosely translated “Algers-Blacks playing chess.” Of course, in French “échecs” does not necessarily refer to “chess,” but could refer to other board games such a warri, ayò, or draughts. Pictured are four men playing what looks like a precursor to contemporary chess.…

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