José Raúl Capablanca
Cuban chess grandmaster and world champion
Born
November 19th, 1888
136 years ago
Died
March 8th, 1942
83 years ago — 53 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Cuba
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A prominent chess player, achieved the title of World Chess Champion in 1921. Renowned for an exceptional endgame skill and deep strategic intuition, contributed significantly to chess theory. Occupied the world champion title until 1927, when defeated by Alexander Alekhine. Respected as one of the greatest chess players in history. Authored several influential chess books and articles, promoting the game globally. Worked as a diplomat and chess promoter throughout his life, further enhancing the popularity of chess.
Won World Chess Championship in 1921
Published books on chess strategy
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