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French Defense

34 variations · 3 practice sets

The French Defense begins with 1.e4 e6, preparing 2...d5 to challenge White’s center. Against the Advance, Black attacks the pawn chain with ...c5 and piece pressure. Against 3.Nc3 this repertoire chooses the Classical Defense with ...Nf6; the Tarrasch with 3.Nd2 is also met by ...Nf6. The Exchange opens the center and frees both bishops. Three practice sets separate these structures and White’s early alternatives.

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10 variations · Start at the bottom and follow the branches upward.

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French Defense: 10 variations One starting position at the bottom. White and black dots show the side that played each move. Branches join when they reach the same position.

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