Magnus Smith Explained

Magnus Smith (1869–1934) was a three-time Canadian chess champion in 1899, 1904 and 1906.[1] [2] [3]

The Magnus Smith Trap in the Sicilian Defence is named after him.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Cohen . David . 2019-06-09 . Magnus Smith . 2023-04-26 . Canadian Chess Biographies.
  2. Web site: Magnus Smith . 2023-04-26 . Manitoba Chess Hall of Fame and Museum.
  3. News: Wright . Stephen . 2021 . Magnus in Vancouver: The Education of a Chess Player . British Columbia Chess Federation Bulletin . 413 . 2023-04-26.
  4. Web site: The ‘Magnus Smith Trap’ by Edward Winter. www.chesshistory.com. 2020-03-17.

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