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Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense: Steinitz Gambit, Paulsen Defense

ECO C2510 half-movesWhite to move

Moves

1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. f4 exf4 4. d4 Qh4+ 5. Ke2 d6

The Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense: Steinitz Gambit, Paulsen Defense (C25) reaches this position after 10 half-moves, with White 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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