Presentation of Jubilee Book: «Schachgesellschaft Zürich: 1809 bis 2009»

Richard Forster presented his new book «Schachgesellschaft Zürich: 1809 bis 2009» in front of a large audience at the Forum St. Peter of Credit Suisse on 6 June. He highlighted some of the essential questions of the volume, e.g. «For which reasons did the Schachgesellschaft Zurich become the world's oldest chess club?» Forster didn't want to provide a final answer. Of vital importance may have been the medium size of the city. But, according to the author, it was certainly the fortunate fact, that many enthusiastic club members volunteered their time and effort, that kept the club going over many years. More...

using Richard Forster’s new book about the Schachgesellschaft Zürich

Contestants who would like to compete in the simultaneous exhibition taking place at the Schachgesellschaft Zürich's jubilee must correctly answer several quiz questions. Richard Forster’s recently published book «Schachgesellschaft Zürich: 1809 bis 2009» holds the treasured information contestants will seek in answering these tricky questions. In addition to the Champions Simultan, the jubilee events include a world-class open tournament from 9 to 15 August and the champions’ rapid chess tournament on 23 August. More...