1. Wintered at Bactra

    · Bactra (Balkh), Balkh Province, Afghanistan

    Wintered at Bactra
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    Alexander and his forces used Bactra as a major base during the difficult Sogdian and Bactrian campaigns. Chronology identifies winter 328 BC; year precision is retained.

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