The Best Chess Strategy (simple and powerful)

May 31, 2018 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Remote Chess AcademyThu, May 31, 2018 6:07pmURL:
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This lesson talks about one of the most universal strategic rules in chess – principle of the least active piece.

You might have studied this principle in my past lessons, but it’s VERY important that I would highly recommend that you brush up your knowledge. Plus, it contains some really beautiful games, and 1 cool puzzle for you. Try it out! 🙂

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