Ware Defense
The Ware Defense (ECO B00) is a chess opening that begins 1. e4 a5.
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The main line
The Ware Defense is reached by 1. e4 a5 (ECO B00). It's one of 2 named lines under this opening in the book.
Named variations (1)
- Snagglepuss Defense —
1. e4 a5 2. d4 Nc6(B00)
Analyze the Ware Defense
Play through this opening on the free analysis board, or review one of your own gamesto see how accurately you handled it — every move classified, with the engine's best line on each mistake.
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