1. Entered Bactria

    · Bactria, near Balkh, Afghanistan

    Entered Bactria
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    Alexander crossed the Hindu Kush and entered Bactria in pursuit of Bessus. Coordinates use ancient Bactra/Balkh as a representative point for the wider region.

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