Chess and checkers have a long and rich history in the Soviet Union and its successor states. Both games were seen as valuable tools for developing intellectual skills, logical thinking, and strategic planning. As a result, they were heavily promoted by the Soviet government, which established chess schools, organized tournaments, and sponsored top players.
Soviet chess and checkers
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Today, chess and checkers continue to be popular in the former Soviet states, although they are not as widely played as they once were. However, there is still a strong chess culture in these countries, and many young people are taking up the game.