French Defense: Exchange Variation
ECO C01 · French Defense · solid · beginner
The French Defense: Exchange Variation (C01) is a solid chess opening in the French Defense family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. e4 e6 2. d4 d5 3. exd5 exd5 4. Nc3. Symmetrical exchange. Simpler but equal positions. Recommended for beginner players.
Moves: 1. e4 e6 2. d4 d5 3. exd5 exd5 4. Nc3