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Caro-Kann Defense

ECO B103 half-movesBlack to move

Moves

1. e4 c6 2. Nc3

The Caro-Kann Defense (B10) reaches this position after 3 half-moves, with Black to move. Want to know why each move is played, the plans for both sides, and the traps to avoid? Step through it on an interactive board while the Chess Guru explains every idea in plain English.

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