KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · Africa
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Ladysmith is a city located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. With a population of 143,446, it is an important destination in Africa.
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The Battle of Ladysmith, also known as the Battle of Lombard's Kop, was one of the early engagements of the Second Boer War. A large British force which had concentrated at the garrison town of Ladysmith launched a sortie on 30 October 1899, against Boer armies which were slowly surrounding the town. The result was aRead more
disaster for the British. The main body was driven back into the town, and an isolated detachment of 800 men was forced to surrender to Commandant De Wet. The Boers did not follow up their advantage by proceeding towards the strategically important port of Durban, and instead began a siege of Ladysmith, which was relieved after 118 days. John Norwood was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions during the battle.
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Ladysmith is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Africa. The coordinates are -28.5587 latitude, 29.7790 longitude.
Ladysmith has a population of approximately 143,446 people, making it a city in South Africa.
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