* * * * * [_The Times_, Thursday, March 8th, 1900.] _From our Special Correspondent._ Ladysmith, _March 5th._ The following special Army Order has been issued:-- "The relief of Ladysmith unites two forces which have striven with conspicuous gallantry and splendid determination to maintain the honour of their Queen and country. The garrison of Ladysmith for four months held the position against every attack with complete success and endured its privations with admirable fortitude. The relieving force had to make its way through unknown country, across unfordable rivers, and over almost inaccessible heights in the face of a fully-prepared, well-armed tenacious enemy. By the exhibition of the truest courage, which burns steadily besides flashing brilliantly, it accomplished its object, and added a glorious page to our history. Sailors, soldiers, Colonials, and the home-bred have done this, united by one desire, and inspired by one patriotism. "The General Commanding congratulates both forces on their martial qualities, and thanks them for their determined efforts. He desires to offer his sincere sympathy to the relatives and friends of the good soldiers and gallant comrades who have fallen in the fight. "BULLER." * * * * * _From Captain Jones, R.N., Naval Brigade._ Ladysmith, _March 10th, 1900._ [_Extract._] I enclose reports sent in to me by Lieutenants Ogilvy and Burne, who were mostly detached from me. * * * * * _Enclosure from Lieutenant Burne, R.N._ Colenso, _March 7th, 1900._