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This chess game between Harry S Cohen (2186) and William Van Lear (1924) was played at Virginia Open in 1999 and finished 1-0. The opening was the East Indian Defense (A48).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Harry S Cohen vs William Van Lear?
Harry S Cohen vs William Van Lear (1999) finished 1-0, a win for Harry S Cohen.
What opening was played in Harry S Cohen vs William Van Lear?
The game opened with the East Indian Defense (ECO A48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Harry S Cohen vs William Van Lear, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.