Laszlo Szabo
Hungarian Chess Player and Author
Born
March 19th, 1917
108 years ago
Died
1998
27 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Hungary
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Born in Hungary in 1917, a prominent chess player and author, gained recognition in the chess world in the mid-20th century. Achieved the title of International Grandmaster in 1950, a year after the title's inception. Contributed to chess literature with several instructional books, enhancing the knowledge of chess strategies among players. Regularly participated in international chess tournaments, representing Hungary in numerous competitions. His contributions to the game and his writings continue to influence aspiring chess players.
Achieved the title of International Grandmaster in 1950
Published influential books on chess strategies
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