Master Class Band 9: Paul Morphy Vereinsbedarf The aim was not to

The aim was not to present a complete survey of all the systems and lines that build the French Defence but instead to put the positional evaluation and the creation of a plan in the foreground

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Master Class Band 9: Paul Morphy Vereinsbedarf The aim was not toMeet one of the greatest geniuses in chess history! Paul Morphy's (1837 1884) career lasted only a few years, but he still managed to defeat the best chess players of his time. After his triumphant tour of Europe in 1858 1859, the American was celebrated as the unofficial world champion. But how was it possible that Morphy easily outplayed his experienced opponents? What were his particular strengths?