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Betcha Can’t Solve This #Chess Puzzle! 73

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Solving chess puzzles by master composer Josef Halumbirek is my new favorite pastime. Today’s selection comes from Halumbirek’s entry in the Mémorial W. Von Holzhausen, Österreichische Schachzeitung 1951-52. This mate in 4 is rather approachable and can be solved by examining all of the forced moves available. Still, it’s very satisfying to discover why every piece in his creation was necessary. Enjoy…

White to move and mate in 4 (Josef Halumbirek, 1951).

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