London Chess History. Simpson’s in the Strand with GM Jonathan Speelman

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Published on June 12, 2025 12:00:00 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KV7BExGfAcI

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The Londoner GM Jonathan Speelman walks us through the highlights of a chess life in London. In the first part of the “London Chess History” series, Mr. Speelman tells a story about the Simpson’s in the Strand, which was the center of the chess world about 175 years ago.