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Friday Open Thread: The Chess Masters

May 4, 2012 by Miranda 120 Comments

Happy Friday Obots! Today we feature more stars in the world of Chess. Baraka Shabazz Originally born in Denver, Colorado, Baraka spent her early years in Anchorage, Alaska, with her stepfather Yusef Shabazz and mother Raqiba Shabazz. Mr. Shabazz bought a chess set for the family and taught his children the moves. Baraka showed glimmers of talent. It wasn’t long before she … [Read more...] about Friday Open Thread: The Chess Masters

Thursday Open Thread: The Chess Masters

May 3, 2012 by Miranda 132 Comments

Good Morning Obots! The history of African-americans succeeding in the world of Chess is vast and rich. Born April 21, 1855 in Frederick, Maryland, Theophilus Thompson is identified in various sources as being the first Black chess player of note.  As a domestic servant, he managed to learn chess from John K. Hanshew, the publisher of The Maryland Chess Review in 1872. Mr. … [Read more...] about Thursday Open Thread: The Chess Masters

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