Josef Kupper Swiss chess player, International Master Date of Birth: 10.03.1932 Country: Switzerland

Content:

1. Swiss Chess Grandmaster and Master Composer
2. International Master and Chess Composer
3. Olympiad Success
4. Later Life and Legacy

Swiss Chess Grandmaster and Master Composer

Early Life and Career

Swiss chess master and mathematician, Kurt Kupper was born in Zurich, Switzerland, on January 2, 1929.

International Master and Chess Composer

In 1955, Kupper achieved the title of International Master (IM) in chess. He also gained recognition as a talented chess composer, creating numerous puzzles and studies throughout his career.

Olympiad Success

Kupper was a key member of the Swiss national chess team, participating in four Olympiads: 1954, 1958, 1964, and 1968. At the 11th Olympiad in Amsterdam in 1954, he displayed his exceptional skills by securing the second-best result on the first board.

Later Life and Legacy

Kupper's contributions to the world of chess went beyond his playing and composing abilities. He passed away on August 29, 1993, leaving behind a lasting legacy as a brilliant chess mind and a dedicated enthusiast of the game.

Chees player

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