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The Achaemenid Siege of Bactria: Persia's Eastern Frontier
Episode 23 of our Achaemenid series heads east, away from the familiar Greek wars and western satrapies, to the rugged frontier of Bactria. We explore how the Achaemenid Empire secured its northeastern border through a combination of military force, diplomacy, and cultural integration. Lucas and Luna discuss the strategic importance of the region, the founding of cities like Bactra (modern Balkh), the role of the Bactrian cavalry, and the famous Siege of Bactria during the rebellion of Bessus against Alexander the Great. They also delve into the administrative system of satraps, the spread of…
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