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Paul Morphy vs Duke of Brunswick & Count Isouard · 1858 · move 10.
Black has just played …b5. How can White open lines toward the king?
In Paris in 1858, Paul Morphy played a consultation game against the Duke of Brunswick and Count Isouard. In just seventeen moves, an ordinary-looking opening became an unforgettable lesson in development. Follow how open lines and active pieces make material a secondary concern.
Before reaching for a move, identify the opponent’s immediate threat and the piece you most want to improve. Then compare checks, captures and quiet moves. The complete interactive lesson will let you test your answer without revealing the historical continuation first.
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