3. The Bactrian Script
Recent advances in decoding Bactrian inscriptions from Afghanistan have transformed our view of Kushan rule and the early Silk Road.
These discoveries, highlighted by Cambridge University research, reveal administrative sophistication and vibrant cross-cultural exchanges along ancient trade routes.
Where Central Asian history once had vast gaps, we now see the Bactrians as key players in connecting East and West, reshaping our understanding of early globalization and cultural diffusion in the region.
