José Raúl Capablanca
Cuban chess prodigy and third World Chess Champion (1921–1927)
Chronology: 1888-11-19 – 1942-03-08
Origins & Early Journey
Innovation & Iconic Era
Legacy & Impact
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- 1888 Historical Timeline & Archive — Explore world events and figures from 1888
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Source: Wikipedia