Birthdate: November 19, 1888
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Havana, Cuba
Died: March 8, 1942
José Raúl Capablanca y Graupera, a celebrated Cuban chess player, was the third world chess champion from 1921 to 1927. Renowned for his exceptional endgame skill, speed of play, and significant contributions to chess theory, Capablanca achieved notable victories over top players. His influential style of play, emphasizing simplicity and endgames, left a lasting impact on future world champions like Bobby Fischer and Anatoly Karpov. Capablanca’s strategic prowess and tactical abilities firmly established him as one of the greatest chess players in history.
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