The series of conflicts fought between the British and the Zulu Kingdom in the 19th century is known as the Anglo-Zulu War. Notable for the battles of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift, the war was characterized by the British Empire's attempts to expand its influence in Southern Africa. Despite initial Zulu victories, the British ultimately prevailed, leading to the annexation of Zululand and significant cultural and political changes in the region.