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De Danske paa Schelden (1809-1813)

By Otto George Lütken
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The author reconstructs Danish participation in the French naval operations on the Scheldt during 1809–1813 using official Danish and French naval archives supplemented by contemporary accounts. The narrative traces the integration of two Danish-manned ships into a French squadron at Antwerp and Vlissingen, the prolonged blockade and operational inactivity, escalating tensions between Danish officers and French authorities, and the arrest and replacement of commanders. It examines logistical, linguistic, disciplinary, and health problems aboard, and considers how command decisions in Copenhagen and strained cooperation with French superiors weakened the campaign’s effectiveness.

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Otto George Lütken

Otto George Lütken was a Danish author known for his historical writings that focus on the Danish military during the Napoleonic Wars. His notable works, "De Danske paa Schelden (1808-1809)" and its continuation "De Danske paa Schelden (1809-1813)", provide detailed accounts of Danish forces under the command of Captain S. U. Rosenvinge and Baron Holsten. Lütken's contributions offer valuable insights into the experiences of Danish soldiers and the broader context of the conflicts in which they were involved. His writings are significant for understanding Denmark's military history during a tumultuous period.

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