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People: Alexander Burnes
Topic: Famines and plagues 400 to 800
Location: Lysimachia Canakkale Turkey

Alexander Burnes

Scottish traveler and explorer
Years: 1805 - 1841

Captain Sir Alexander Burnes, FRS (16 May 1805 – 2 November 1841) is a Scottish traveler and explorer who takes part in The Great Game.

He is nicknamed Bokhara Burnes for his role in establishing contact with and exploring Bukhara, which makes his name.