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Wilhelm Steinitz — Age, Birthday & Biography

Born: 14 May 1836 · Died: 12 August 1900 · Age at death: 64

How old was Wilhelm Steinitz when he died?

Wilhelm Steinitz died aged 64. He was born on 14 May 1836 and died on 12 August 1900.

Austrian-American player who became the first undisputed World Chess Champion

Did you know?He held the world title for eight years and is credited with inventing the modern, positional style of chess strategy.

William Steinitz (born Wilhelm Steinitz; May 14, 1836 – August 12, 1900) was a Bohemian-Austrian, and later American, chess player. From 1886 to 1894, he was the first World Chess Champion.

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Age at death
64
Years since death
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