The Siege of Ladysmith was a significant military event during the Second Boer War that took place from October 1899 to February 1900. The British garrison, led by General Sir George White, was surrounded by Boer forces near the town of Ladysmith in what is now South Africa. The siege aimed to cut off supplies and reinforcements, leading to a challenging situation for the defenders. After 118 days, the siege was lifted when British forces, under the command of General Sir Redvers Buller, successfully broke through the Boer lines. The relief of Ladysmith was a crucial turning point in the war, boosting British morale and marking a shift in the conflict's dynamics.