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Chess Fundamentals #2: Coordination

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IM John BartholomewFundamentalsBeginner

Just like a strong field general, a good chess player always prefers to operate with coordinated forces. In this video I focus on achieving harmony with your pieces and pawns in order to capitalize on your ENTIRE position - not just a single force or two.

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