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Quote by David Bronstein

“Even in the heat of a middlegame battle the master still has to bear in mind the outlines of a possible future ending.”

Quote by David Bronstein

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David Bronstein

David Bronstein was a renowned chess player born in Lithuania in February 19, 1924, and passed away on December 5, 2006. He was highly respected in the chess community for his unique tactics and strategic thinking. more

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