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Philidor, an exceptional figure of the 18th century, a turning point in the history of chess

September 14, 2026 HIS

History

Chiaroscuros of life – The 1939 Buenos Aires Nations Tournament as a turning point for european chessplayers

September 8, 2026 HIS

History

The Battle in Buenos Aires, 1978: A Three-Way Contest for the FIDE Presidency

August 5, 2026 HIS

An obituary for Dr Thomas Thomsen (b. 1934; d. 2026)April 15, 2026

History

Philidor, an exceptional figure of the 18th century, a turning point in the history of chess

September 14, 2026 HIS

History

Chiaroscuros of life – The 1939 Buenos Aires Nations Tournament as a turning point for european chessplayers

September 8, 2026 HIS

History

History

The world of chess history is a vast and fascinating landscape that spans over fifteen centuries, evolving from an ancient strategic exercise into a global intellectual phenomenon. To understand the "greatest parts" of this history, one must look at the pivotal eras and events that redefined how the game is played and perceived.

Philidor, an exceptional figure of the 18th century, a turning point in the history of chess

Chiaroscuros of life – The 1939 Buenos Aires Nations Tournament as a turning point for european chessplayers

Chess in Outer Space

The Battle in Buenos Aires, 1978: A Three-Way Contest for the FIDE Presidency

Philidor, an exceptional figure of the 18th century, a turning point in the history of chess

Chiaroscuros of life – The 1939 Buenos Aires Nations Tournament as a turning point for european chessplayers

Chess in Outer Space

The Battle in Buenos Aires, 1978: A Three-Way Contest for the FIDE Presidency

Chess in the 19th Century: Milestones of 1900

Chess in the 19th Century. Milestones of 1899

Historical Journey – From the Origins of Chess to the Present Day

Chess in the 19th Century: Milestones of 1898

Chess in the 19th Century: Milestones of 1897

Chess in the 19th Century: Milestones of 1896