Siege of Ladysmith, Historical siege in South Africa
The Siege of Ladysmith was a protracted engagement in the Second Boer War.
From October 1899 to February 1900, British forces were trapped in the town of Ladysmith.
The event has been depicted in various works of literature and art.
Today, visitors can explore the Siege Museum in Ladysmith.
The siege resulted in the invention of the makeshift 'siege cannon' by the defenders.
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Second Boer War
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