f4 opening


1.f4 is known as the 'Bird opening' named after English player Henry Bird who was active in the late 19th century.

It’s somewhat like the Dutch Defense.
Here’s a video about the Bird:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lg4GX8C_grY
1.f4 is known as the 'Bird opening' named after English player Henry Bird who was active in the late 19th century.