Horwitz Defense
The Horwitz Defense (ECO A40) is a chess opening that begins 1. d4 e6.
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The main line
The Horwitz Defense is reached by 1. d4 e6 (ECO A40). It's one of 2 named lines under this opening in the book.
Named variations (1)
- Zilbermints Gambit —
1. d4 e6 2. c4 e5(A40)
Analyze the Horwitz Defense
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