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Aaron Nimzovich: Biography, Facts and Career

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Aron Nimzowitsch (Latvian: Ārons Nimcovičs; Russian: Аро́н Иса́евич Нимцо́вич, romanized: Aron Isayevich Nimtsovich; 7 November 1886 – 16 March 1935) was a Russian-born Danish chess player and writer. In the late 1920s, Nimzowitsch was one of the best chess players in the world. He was the foremost figure amongst the hypermoderns and wrote a very influential book on chess theory: My System (1925–1927). Nimzowitsch's seminal work Chess Praxis, originally published in Germany, in 1929, was purchased by a pre-teen and future World Champion Tigran Petrosian and was to have a great influence on his development as a chess player.

Quick facts about Aaron Nimzovich

  • Full name: Aaron Nimzovich
  • Born: 1886-11-07
  • Nationality: Russian Empire
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q295114

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Who is Aaron Nimzovich?

Aron Nimzowitsch (Latvian: Ārons Nimcovičs; Russian: Аро́н Иса́евич Нимцо́вич, romanized: Aron Isayevich Nimtsovich; 7 November 1886 – 16 March 1935) was a Russian-born Danish chess player and writer.

What nationality is Aaron Nimzovich?

Aaron Nimzovich is Russian Empire.

When was Aaron Nimzovich born?

Aaron Nimzovich was born on 1886-11-07.

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