Queen's Gambit Declined - D'Costa / Murphy "E04" Over the past few years

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Queen's Gambit Declined - D'Costa / Murphy "E04" Over the past few yearsThe Queens Gambit Declined (known as the 'QGD') is the "Mr. Reliable" of responses to 1. d4. A favorite of many of the world champions, both past and present, its reputation has never been called into question. After the moves 1. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 black sets up a solid center and plays in a classical style; intending simple development, and quick castling to maintain central control. The QGD is a favorite of both club and professional players alike, due