French Chess Federation facts for kids
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Abbreviation | FFE |
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Formation | March 19, 1921 |
Headquarters | Asnières-sur-Seine |
Region served
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France |
President
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Éloi Relange |
Website | http://www.echecs.asso.fr/ |
The French Chess Federation (its French name is Fédération Française des Echecs, or FFE for short) is the main group for chess in France. It helps organize and promote chess across the country. Think of it like the main sports club for chess players in France!
The current president of the FFE is Éloi Relange. The federation's main office is in Asnières-sur-Seine, which is a town near Paris.
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What is the French Chess Federation?
The French Chess Federation is a national organization. This means it works all over France. Its main job is to look after everything to do with chess in the country. This includes making rules, organizing tournaments, and helping players get better.
When Was the FFE Started?
The French Chess Federation was officially created on March 19, 1921. That's over 100 years ago! Since then, it has been helping chess grow in France.
What Does the FFE Do?
The FFE does many important things for chess players in France:
- It organizes the French Chess Championship. This is a big tournament where the best players in France compete to see who is the champion.
- It helps train new chess players, especially young people.
- It supports French chess teams that play in international competitions.
- It makes sure that chess rules are followed fairly in all games and tournaments in France.
- It works with other chess groups around the world, like the European Chess Union.