mar 29, 1886 - World Chess Championship 1886 Steinitz vs Zukertort
Description:
Was the first official World Chess Championship match contested by Wilhelm Steinitz and Johannes Zukertort. The match took place in the United States, the first five games being played in New York City, the next four being played in St. Louis and the final eleven in New Orleans.Wilhelm Steinitz won the match.
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Date:
mar 29, 1886
Now
~ 139 years ago