Below is some information on the battle of Ladysmith. Were your ancestors part of the battle? It also includes the regiments involved in battle of Ladysmith with some suggested websites that may be of interest in researching your ancestors or genealogy in general.

Theatres of War, Army Regiments, Naval Detachments, RAF

Description: The battle of Ladysmith was fought between the Boers and and the British. The battle followed the victory at Elandslaagte and the subsequent retreat by the British to Ladysmith. The Boers advanced quickly and took key positions along Pepworth and Long Hills. The battle resulted in a win for the Boers.

Infantry regiments involved:

• Devonshire
• Leicestershire
• Gloucestershire
• King's Royal Rifles
• Manchester
• Gordon Highlanders
• Royal Irish Fusiliers
• Royal Dublin Fusiliers

Cavalry regiments involved:

• 18th Hussars
• 19th Hussars
• 5th Lancers

Artillery regiments involved:

Websites:

British Battles: Ladysmith.

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