Zhitomir

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Capital of Zhitomir oblast in western Ukraine, 125 km/78 mi west of Kiev; population (2001) 284,200. Zhitomir, on the Teterev River, is a timber and grain centre, and has furniture factories, sugar refineries, and a large brewing industry. The city was founded in the 13th century.

Red is said to stand for bloodshed. White represents peace, holiness, and eternity. Effective date: 9 December 1943. >>