Fortresses

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L. Legan, 1913. This was popular in Paris. Pawns can jump units of either color to the next square beyond.

Hans Bodlaender on Fortresses

Hans Bodlaender's Chess Variants
Hans Bodlaender's Chess Applet

Ed's Chess Variants

These are simple illustrations rather than strong opponents.

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Written by Ed Friedlander