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Notable Games from the Marshall Chess Club, with GM Ben Finegold

August 7, 2026 ChessTerra Chess Lectures

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Grandmaster Ben Finegold presents a lecture analyzing historical match encounters held at the Marshall Chess Club. The presentation examines specific contests played by notable masters across several decades. Chess enthusiasts interested in classical tournament play and historical games will find this instructional session particularly engaging.

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Notable Games from the Marshall Chess Club , with GM Ben Finegold
Recorded on June 17, 2026 in Roswell, GA

Games/Positions:
10:20 Louis Levy - Edmar Mednis, Marshall Chess Club Championship 1955
18:04 Arthur Bisguier - Arthur Feuerstein, Marshall Chess Club 1977
24:21 Michael Rohde - Andy Soltis, Marshall Chess Club Championship 1977
33:19 Ed Frumkin - Jay Bonin, Marshall Chess Club Championship 1989

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Intro and concluding music: “Da Jazz Blues,” by Doug Maxwell; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Mopxtd1dZM. Thank you Doug!

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