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Machgielis "Max" Euwe (Dutch: [ˈøːʋə]; May 20, 1901 – November 26, 1981) was a Dutch chess player, mathematician, author, and chess administrator. He was the fifth player to become World Chess Champion, a title he held from 1935 until 1937. He served as President of FIDE, the World Chess Federation, from 1970 to 1978.

Quick facts about Max Euwe

  • Full name: Max Euwe
  • Born: 1901-05-20
  • Nationality: Kingdom of the Netherlands
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q173714

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Who is Max Euwe?

Machgielis "Max" Euwe (Dutch: [ˈøːʋə]; May 20, 1901 – November 26, 1981) was a Dutch chess player, mathematician, author, and chess administrator.

What nationality is Max Euwe?

Max Euwe is Kingdom of the Netherlands.

When was Max Euwe born?

Max Euwe was born on 1901-05-20.

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