Siege of the Sogdian Rock
Also known as: Sogdian Rock · Rock of Ariamazes
The Sogdian Rock or Rock of Ariamazes, a fortress located north of Bactria in Sogdiana, ruled by Arimazes, was captured by the forces of Alexander the Great in the early spring of 327 BC as part of his conquest of the Achaemenid Empire.
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Context of capture
This military engagement was where Alexander captured the fortress containing Roxana and her family, precipitating their marriage.