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The two British battles of Copenhagen

A short historical orientation distinguishes the two British attacks on Copenhagen during the Napoleonic era.

Age Of SailCopenhagenHoratio NelsonLive Q&ANapoleonic WarsRoyal Navy
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Question

What does Copenhagen 2.0 refer to?

Short answer

Britain fought at Copenhagen in 1801 and again in 1807; Nelson was involved in the first action and Wellington in the second expedition.

Notes

Copenhagen is not a single battle label. The two British actions took place in 1801 and 1807. Nelson belongs to the first, while Wellington took part in the second expedition. Keeping the dates and commanders separate prevents two distinct episodes of British Napoleonic strategy from being conflated.