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= Ernst Steinitz
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Ernst Steinitz (1836–1922) was an influential Czech-born chess player and a prominent figure in the development of chess theory. He is often regarded as the first official World Chess Champion, holding the title from 1886 to 1894. Steinitz was known for his contributions to positional chess and the importance of principles such as the evaluation of positions, which laid the groundwork for modern chess strategy.