The Battle of Badajoz took place from March 16 to April 6, 1812, during the Peninsular War. It was a significant conflict between the forces of the British Army, led by General Arthur Wellesley, and the French Army, commanded by Marshal Soult. The battle aimed to capture the fortified city of Badajoz in Spain, which was crucial for controlling the region. After a prolonged siege, the British successfully stormed the city, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. The victory allowed the British to gain a strategic foothold in southern Spain and contributed to the overall weakening of French control in the Iberian Peninsula.