1837–1884 · USA
Paul Morphy
The best first attack lesson
Paul Morphy dominated the best players of his era during his short career. His games are still an ideal introduction to the development of pieces, opening lines and attacking an unprepared king.
For beginners • one practical idea
The most important lesson
Development
Bring out light pieces, castling and connecting towers. Don't move the same piece multiple times without a specific reason.
Try applying this principle to a real game. The game will run without an account.
Try it in gamePlay the idea
One move to start
Make the first move that best fits the lessons of this profile. This simple exercise allows you to immediately put history into practice.
Select a pawn or piece and then the target square.
Connections
Rivals and contemporaries
- Wilhelm Steinitz
- Adolf Anderssen
Sources and scope
Biographical facts were checked based on the material: World Chess Hall of Fame. The description of the style and the lesson are Szachmaty's own educational material. The portrait is a marked illustration and does not imply cooperation or authorization of this person.
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