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Caro-Kann Defense

A sound defense to 1.e4 that keeps Black's light bishop active.

B10–B19beginnerintermediateAbout 15 minutes

Key concepts

  • • sound structure
  • • active bishop
  • • endgame

White's plans

  • • Use extra space
  • • Develop actively

Black's plans

  • • Challenge d4
  • • Develop the c8 bishop
Start

Pick a first move to start your journey through Caro-Kann Defense.

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Counters and practical responses