Erich Auerbach was a notable chess player from Czechoslovakia. Born on November 26, 1903, and passing away on September 23, 1977, he was recognized for his contributions to the chess scene in his country. Auerbach was particularly active during the mid-20th century and participated in various national and international tournaments. He represented Czechoslovakia in Chess Olympiads and was known for his strong playing skills.

While specific details about Erich Auerbach’s favorite openings or play style aren’t extensively documented, like many strong players of his era, he likely favored classical and well-established openings. Given his period of activity, he may have preferred openings such as:

– Ruy López (Spanish Opening): Known for deep strategic play.
– Sicilian Defense: A popular choice for counter-attacking and dynamic play.
– Queen’s Gambit Declined: Offering solid and strategic positions.

These openings were common among strong players in the mid-20th century and are still widely used today.