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The aim is to discuss significant milestones in chess history from 1980, particularly regarding technological advancements.

April 13, 2026

Pioneer Recollections and Milestones From 1980

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The aim is to discuss significant milestones in chess history from 1980, particularly regarding technological advancements.
Presented historical recollections from speakers at the symposium.
Discussed the CDC 6600 machine's relevance in 1974.
Highlighted the 3rd World Computer Chess Championship and the Chess Machine Belle.
Notable milestones included the appearance of the Chess Machine Belle in 1980.
Claude Shannon awarded the championship winner with the Shannon Trophy.
Discussion of the CDC 6600's influence on early computer chess.

Abstract

This article is a talk given at the 2024 ICGA ‘Chess History, Experiments, and Search Symposium’. It reports on an issue with 1974 use of the CDC 6600 machine, some personal recollections, and notable milestones occurring at the 3rd World Computer Chess Championship at Linz in 1980, in particular the appearance of the Chess Machine Belle, and Claude Shannon's presentation of the championship winner award, later to be called the Shannon Trophy.

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