Opening summary

Opening moves: 1.d4 d5 2.e3 Nf6 3.f4 e6 4.Nf3

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Stonewall Attack

Typical structure: 1.d4 d5 2.e3 Nf6 3.Bd3 c5 4.c3 Nc6 5.f4

The Stonewall Attack constructs a dark-square pawn wedge on d4-e3-f4-c3. White usually castles kingside and launches a direct assault on Black's king, often targeting h7 with pieces arranged on Ne5, Qf3, and Rf3-h3 swings.

  • Leads to potent kingside attacks with clear plans.
  • Can be reached from different move orders, including Colle-style setups.
  • Requires awareness of light-square weaknesses on e4 and c4.
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