The Damiano Defence is a chess opening beginning with the moves:
- e4 e5
- Nf3 f6?
The defence is one of the oldest chess openings, with games dating back to the 16th century.
The ECO code for the Damiano Defence is C40 (King's Knight Opening).
Read more about Damiano Defence: 3.d4 and 3.Bc4, 3.Nxe5, History
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