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This chess game between James Aitken and John Poole was played at Stevenson Mem 2. / SCCU Ch in 1950 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation (B13).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James Aitken vs John Poole?
James Aitken vs John Poole (1950) finished 1-0, a win for James Aitken.
What opening was played in James Aitken vs John Poole?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO B13).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of James Aitken vs John Poole, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.