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The command of an open file by a rook, or by both rooks, represents a great advantage, particularly if the file is the only one open, and the opponent cannot reply by occupying it with a rook.
Siegbert Tarrasch, The Game Of Chess
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The centre is the most important part of the board because, from it, there is the prospect of moving the pieces quickly in all directions, whenever necessary. Richard Réti, Modern Ideas In Chess
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