Vera Menchik
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About
Women's chess pioneer who is legendary for becoming the first ever Women's World Chess Champion in 1927.
Before Fame
Her family moved around Europe when she was a child.
Trivia
In her career she won seven World Championships and only lost one game, while winning 78 and drawing four games.
Family Life
Her family lost much of their fortune during the Russian Revolution.
Associated With
She was the Judit Polgar of her day.
