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One of T.R. Dawson’s unique problem set ups. It’s a mate in seven that looks easier than it is.


“The voyage of the best ship is a zigzag line of a hundred tacks.” 1.Bb1 Kd1 2.Qd6 Kc1 3.Qf4 Kd1 4.Qd4 Kc1 5.Qe3 Kd1 6.Qd3 Kc1 7.Qc2#

 


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