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Why the London?
A system you can always play.
What's the main practical appeal of the London System?
A
It forces checkmate against any defence by about move fifteen.
B
An easy, repeatable setup (Bf4, e3, c3, Nbd2) you can use against almost anything.
C
It is the sharpest, most theory-heavy opening White can choose.