Which year did Morphy win the First American Chess Congress?
1857
1865
1859
1872
Answer
The First American Chess Congress, held in New York City in 1857, marked a significant milestone in American chess history. This prestigious event gathered the nation's top chess players to compete for the title of the strongest chess player in the United States. Among the participants was the legendary Paul Morphy, a chess prodigy who had already gained international recognition for his remarkable skills.
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