Theophilus Thompson

Theophilus Augustus Thompson (April 21, 1855 - after 1940?) is the earliest documented African-American chess expert recognized in the United States. In addition to competing in tournaments, he wrote a book Chess Problems: Either to Play and Mate published in 1873.

Theophilus Thompson

Theophilus Augustus Thompson (April 21, 1855 - after 1940?) is the earliest documented African-American chess expert recognized in the United States. In addition to competing in tournaments, he wrote a book Chess Problems: Either to Play and Mate published in 1873.