B15

Caro-Kann Defense

1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. Nc3 dxe4

The Caro-Kann Defense is a chess opening classified under ECO code B15. It is reached after the moves 1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. Nc3 dxe4.

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