Oldřich Duras
Czech chess player and composer
Born
October 30th, 1882
142 years ago
Died
1957
68 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Czech Republic
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A prominent chess player and composer, contributions included multiple works in chess literature and creation of unique chess problems. Competed in various national and international tournaments, achieving notable results. Served as an influential figure within the Czech chess community, participating in the development and promotion of the game during the early 20th century.
Competed in the 1920 and 1924 Chess Olympiads
Wrote extensively on chess strategy and composition
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