De Danske paa Schelden (1809-1813)

De Danske paa Schelden (1809-1813)

Otto George Lütken (1849-1906)

Approximate level
C1
Length
36,681 words
Reading time
3 h 3 min
Chapters
2
Language
Danish
On Project Gutenberg since
2021

This historical account documents the experiences of Danish naval personnel stationed in the Scheldt region during the Napoleonic era. The text is primarily composed of archival references, official correspondence, and personal records. For a learner of Danish, this book presents a significant challenge due to its specialized military vocabulary, formal nineteenth century administrative language, and complex sentence structures. It serves as a dense primary source that requires patience and a strong grasp of historical terminology to navigate effectively.

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Subjects

  • Denmark -- History, Naval -- 19th century

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