A three-move problem mechanism invented in a composer tournament held in Bristol in 1861 by Frank Healey (1828-1906).
A clearance move by a piece along a line and over a certain square, played so that a second piece may move in the same direction along the same line and occupy that square. The first piece is not used for the mate.
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Quotes of the Day
Looks like I’m going to raise the average age of the field and lower the average rating!
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It’s always more difficult to hold the title than to get it.
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Tactics is what you do when there is something to do; strategy is what you do when there is nothing to do.
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When you see a good move, look for a better one
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A good sacrifice is one that is not necessarily sound but leaves your opponent dazed and confused.
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