Alexandretta
[al-ig-zan-dret-uh, -zahn-]
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The Alexandria here alluded to is of course Alexandretta, or Iskenderoon.
Early Travels in PalestineArculf et al.
The time from Constantinople to Alexandretta is eight to ten days.
The Red Cross in Peace and WarClara Barton
Through unavoidable delays they were able to reach Alexandretta only on May 25.
The Red Cross in Peace and WarClara Barton
A branch line connects with the Mediterranean at Alexandretta.
Silver Chimes in SyriaW. S. Nelson
She had struck a mine near Alexandretta and lost half her crew.
The Secrets of a KuttiteEdward O. Mousley
Alexandretta
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