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The image displays a large, yellow information signboard illuminated at night, positioned outdoors with birch trees on the left and other foliage to the right, under a dark sky. The signboard provides extensive information about "Gorodki" (ГОРОДОШКА), a traditional Russian folk sport, with a focus on its history and local connection to Semyonov, Russia. The title "ГОРОДОШКА" introduces the main subject. The text is divided into several sections: "Городошный спорт" (Gorodoshny sport) details the sport's official recognition in the USSR in 1923, its rules, the 15 approved figures, and competition formats for individuals or teams. "Польза городков" (Benefits of Gorodki) emphasizes the sport's role in physical fitness, coordination, accuracy, mental discipline, teamwork, and as a family activity. "Почему «Городошка» носит такое название?" (Why is it called "Gorodoshka"?) traces the game's history from the 18th century, its popularity in Semyonov during the 20th century, and the efforts of Konstantin Fedorovich Bydreevsky and Fyodor Vasilyevich Bezrukov in developing local facilities. "Что такое игра «В ряды»?" (What is the game "V ryady"?) describes an earlier variant of Gorodki where players knocked down cylindrical pins arranged in a row. A section dedicated to "Быдреевский К.Ф." (Bydreevsky K.F.) mentions his role in establishing a sports ground named after him. Finally, "Знаете ли Вы, как играть в городки?" (Do you know how to play Gorodki?) explains the basic rules: knocking out figures made of 5 cylindrical blocks ("gorodki") from a marked square "city" area using bats. Accompanying the text are several visual aids: a black and white photograph titled "Команда игроков в городка, 1954 г." (Team of Gorodki players, 1954) showing a group of men. Another black and white photo features an older man, likely K.F. Bydreevsky. An aerial-like black and white image depicts a settlement with cleared areas, possibly showing early Gorodki fields. A detailed diagram illustrates the layout of a Gorodki playing field and various configurations of the pins that form different figures. Decorative red and orange floral motifs enhance the sign's design. At the bottom right, a small logo with a butterfly and the text "ЖИЗНЬ БЕЗ ГРАНИЦ" (Life Without Borders) is visible. The signboard serves as an informative and commemorative display, celebrating the heritage and local significance of the Gorodki sport.
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12,334
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