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Event trade Middle East

Alexandria

331 BCE

Mediterranean trading hub founded by Alexander the…

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Landmark · Middle East

Alexandria

331 BCE – still standing

Mediterranean trading hub founded by Alexander the Great

Standing in 331 BCE

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