Author: Alexander Burnes
Alternate names: Sir Alexander Burnes; Captain Sir Alexander Burnes; Bokhara Burnes
Title: Sir
Born: 16 May 1805
Died: 2 November 1841
Bio: Burnes was a British traveller and explorer who took part in The Great Game. He was nicknamed Bokhara Burnes for his role in establishing contact with and exploring Bukhara, which made his name.