Alexander Alekhine, Russian Chess Legend

Alexander Alekhine, one of the greatest chess players of the 20th century and the first Russian World Champion, was born on October 31 (19), 1892. Despite having a brilliant education and being an icon for millions during his years of fame, he died alone, poor, with the chess board in front of him.

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