About John Francis O’Donovan
Lived 1918 – 1999 (aged 81). John Francis O’Donovan was an Irish chess player.
John Francis O'Donovan (10 April 1918 – 5 November 1999), was an Irish chess player.
Biography At the end of 1930s, John Francis O'Donovan was one of the strongest Irish chess players. He participated mainly in local chess tournaments.
John Francis O'Donovan played for Ireland in the Chess Olympiad: In 1939, at second board in the 8th Chess Olympiad in Buenos Aires (+7, =4, -5).
He remained in Argentina after the end of the Chess Olympiad due to the outbreak of World War II.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Francis O’Donovan?
Irish chess player
When was John Francis O’Donovan born?
John Francis O’Donovan was born on 10 April 1918 in Cóbh.
When did John Francis O’Donovan die?
John Francis O’Donovan died on 5 November 1999 in Argentina, Buenos Aires.
What was John Francis O’Donovan's occupation?
John Francis O’Donovan was a chess player.
What nationality was John Francis O’Donovan?
John Francis O’Donovan was Irish.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: John Francis O’Donovan
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