The low British casualty count is surprising given Copenhagen's substantial physical defences. Ten thousand defenders could not occupy every position, though the fortifications were still extensive. Half the garrison was militia, and Danish militia had a reputation here for being well trained and organized. The ease of the British approach therefore needs an explanation rather than being treated as an obvious result.
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Strong defences and unexpectedly low British losses
Copenhagen's extensive defences and organized militia sit uneasily beside the British force's unexpectedly light losses.