Magnus Smith

Magnus Smith (1869–1934) was a three-time Canadian chess champion in 1899, 1904 and 1906.[1][2][3]

The Magnus Smith Trap in the Sicilian Defence is named after him.[4]

References

  1. ^ Cohen, David (2019-06-09). "Magnus Smith". Canadian Chess Biographies. Retrieved 2023-04-26.
  2. ^ "Magnus Smith". Manitoba Chess Hall of Fame and Museum. Retrieved 2023-04-26.
  3. ^ Wright, Stephen (2021). "Magnus in Vancouver: The Education of a Chess Player" (PDF). British Columbia Chess Federation Bulletin. No. 413. Retrieved 2023-04-26.
  4. ^ "The 'Magnus Smith Trap' by Edward Winter". chesshistory.com. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
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