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Gävle (yĕv`lə), city (1990 pop. 67,300), capital of Gävleborg co., E Sweden, on the Gulf of Bothnia. Although icebound for three months of the year, the port of Gävle has a busy export trade, especially in iron ore and lumber. Manufactures of the city include paper, leather goods, porcelain, textiles, and beer. Chartered in 1446, Gävle is the oldest and largest city in Norrland. It was largely destroyed by a fire in 1869 and was rebuilt in a modern style. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| In other news, Sandusky Walmsley will provide a major dry part rebuild for Korsnas AB of Gavle, Sweden. WRESTLING: American Matt Ghaffari and unbeaten Russian Alexander Karelin won their semifinal matches to set up a showdown for the 286-pound title at the Greco-Roman World Championships in Gavle, Sweden. Development continued with, for example, the signing of 11 healthcare contracts in France and the award of a multi-service contract for all of the schools and senior residences in the city of Gavle, Sweden. |
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