Abram Poliak
1902–1996 (age 94)
Biography
Abram Poliak was a notable chess player whose strategic mind and competitive spirit made him a respected figure in the chess community. His passion for the game and contributions to chess culture left an enduring mark on those who knew his work.
Poliak's life spanned nearly a century, during which he witnessed and participated in the evolution of chess as both an art and a sport. His memory is preserved at Vvedenskoye Cemetery, where he rests among other notable figures of Russian cultural life.