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This chess game between Harry Pillsbury and William Jacob Ferris was played at Philadelphia blindfold sim in 1900 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Harry Pillsbury vs William Jacob Ferris?
Harry Pillsbury vs William Jacob Ferris (1900) finished 1-0, a win for Harry Pillsbury.
What opening was played in Harry Pillsbury vs William Jacob Ferris?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Harry Pillsbury vs William Jacob Ferris, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.