Ulster Chess Union Archives

The Ulster Chess Union was formed in 1932 after many years of ad hoc administration through local Belfast clubs. From that time, the Union was affiliated to the Irish Chess Union until 2005 when members agreed to engage independently with world chess authorities.

The Ulster Chess Union is charged with administering and developing chess in the province of Northern Ireland

Historical documents, archives and reports on Ulster chess The Time Traveller A series of articles from David McAlister's researches through Irish and Ulster club archives detailing chess events before the UCU was formed. Ulster Chronicles Reports and statistics from past years of the UCU archives Trophies The Ulster Union endeavors to reward competitors appropriately with silver-ware and prize funds. Many of our trophies have been played for many years.

Biographical Information on Union players Player Biographies Biographies of Ulster players still active and competing detailing their achievements to-date. Obituaries & Biographies Obituaries and Biographies

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