I dont know much about him and until today I thought the only thing he was know for was the Bird opening (1.f4). It's a solid enough opening and I play it when I'm bored or want to throw somebody off. Today I found out he has his own line as black in the Ruy Lopez opening(1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 Nd4). I cant tell if this line is good or just a novelty they named after him, but its very interesting this accountant from the 1800's has had his hand in at least 2 seemingly unorthodox openings.
If anyone could elaborate on this opening or share some historical insight about Henry Bird I'd be interested.
If anyone could elaborate on this opening or share some historical insight about Henry Bird I'd be interested.