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... 15 December 1935, Prof. Machgielis "Max" Euwe defeated Alexander Alekhine, 15.5-14.5 to become the World Champion.

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Great! 

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Close battle it seems.

This is the draw on Dec. 15, 1935 that clinched the victory.



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White had a win  here.  But the draw clinched the World Title for Euwe.

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BISHOP_e3--LOL!

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BISHOP_e3 wrote:

White's 24th move was excellent!

Absolutely!