The Siege of Badajoz took place during the Peninsular War from March to April 1811. It involved a series of assaults by the British Army, led by General Sir Arthur Wellesley, against the fortified city of Badajoz in Spain. The siege was marked by fierce fighting and significant casualties on both sides, as the city was a strategic stronghold for the French forces. After several weeks of bombardment and assaults, the British finally breached the walls on April 6, 1811. The capture of Badajoz was a crucial victory for the British, allowing them to gain control over southern Spain and disrupt French supply lines. The siege highlighted the challenges of urban warfare during the Napoleonic Wars.