First Steps: Caro-Kann Defence

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In order to begin understanding the Caro-Kann, you have to look at structures first, and only then focus on theory. This is a typical mistake in the closed, Advanced structure many beginners make. White’s center must be attacked, but slowly! A premature c5 or f6 pawn break can be devastating. In any case, black just played f6. Was that a good move? How would you evaluate the position?

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