About James Grundy
Lived 1855 – 1919 (aged 63). James Grundy was an American chess player.
James Glover Grundy (February 14, 1855 – January 26, 1919) was an English-American chess master.
Chess career Grundy is known to have played in only one chess tournament of any note. However, his result in that tournament was outstanding. In the Fifth American Chess Congress, held in New York City in January 1880, Grundy tied for first with George Henry Mackenzie, with each scoring 13½/18 in the double round robin.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Grundy?
British-American chess player
When was James Grundy born?
James Grundy was born on 14 February 1855 in Manchester.
When did James Grundy die?
James Grundy died on 26 January 1919 in England.
What was James Grundy's occupation?
James Grundy was a chess player.
What nationality was James Grundy?
James Grundy was American.
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· DBpedia: James Grundy (chess player)
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