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 | | In the (Click link for more info and facts about 14th century) 14th century a (A large building formerly occupied by a ruler and fortified against attack) castle was built on one of the hills near the Berezina River. |
 | | In the first half of the (Click link for more info and facts about 17th century) 17th century Babruysk became a big trade outpost thanks to its strategic position at the intersection of major trade routes and the Berezina river. |
 | | There was a flowering of skilled tradesmen, including (A woodworker who makes or repairs wooden objects) carpenters, (A smith who forges and shapes iron with a hammer and anvil) flsmiths, (An artisan who makes jewelry and other objects out of gold) goldsmiths, and (Someone who bakes bread or cake) bakers. |
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