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What was Capablanca's birth year?

  • 1884

  • 1888

  • 1892

  • 1896

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Certainly! Capablanca was born in 1888. He was a Cuban chess prodigy and the world chess champion from 1921 to 1927. Known for his exceptional positional play and endgame technique, Capablanca's remarkable chess skills earned him the nickname "the Human Chess Machine." He remains a highly influential figure in the world of chess, renowned for his contributions to chess theory and his enduring impact on the game.
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