De Danske paa Schelden (1809-1813) by Otto George Lütken

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Author Lütken, Otto George, 1849-1906
Title De Danske paa Schelden (1809-1813)
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Summary "De Danske paa Schelden (1809-1813)" by Otto George Lütken is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the challenges faced by Danish naval forces during the early 19th century while stationed at the Scheldt River amidst the ongoing conflicts of the Napoleonic Wars. It illustrates the interactions between Danish officers and their French counterparts, detailing the political and military tensions of the time. The opening of the narrative sets the stage by detailing the precarious situation of the Danish navy in 1808, as two ships, "Pultusk" and "Dantzick," serve under the French command yet struggle with strained relations and inadequate support from their home country. Initial optimism gives way to frustration as the crews face inactivity, mismanagement, and the threat of mutiny. Lütken elaborates on the disciplinary issues among the crews and the lack of clear instructions from the Danish Admiralty, which ultimately impacts the effectiveness of the Danish naval presence in the region. As rising tensions and impending English attacks loom, the story builds towards the central conflict, setting up a vivid backdrop for the unfolding historical drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Danish
LoC Class DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia
Subject Denmark -- History, Naval -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 64897
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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