610. Nelson: The Battle of Copenhagen (Part 3)

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🗓️ 19 October 2025

⏱️ 68 minutes

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With fears that the powerful Danish fleet would join with the French against the British, what great gamble did Horatio Nelson take? After taking the drastic decision to attack the Danish fleet in their own harbour, what challenges did Nelson and his men face? How did the bloody Battle of Copenhagen in 1801 then unfold? And, what would be the consequences of this epic naval clash for Britain, Napoleon’s France, and Nelson himself? Join Dominic and Tom as they discuss the First Battle of Copenhagen, in the next dramatic phase of Nelson’s triumphant, though very dangerous, career… ______ Start generating your own greener electricity for less, with £500 off Solar. Visit https://www.hivehome.com/history for more information. T&Cs apply**Output and savings varies by season, electricity usage and system size. Paid-for surplus requires an eligible SEG tariff. Offer for new customers only. Ends 17th November. Search Vanguard to find out more. When investing, your capital is at risk. Tax rules apply. _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editor: Jack Meek Social Producer: Harry Balden Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Producer: Tabby Syrett Senior Producer: Theo Young-Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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1:42.1	Nelson gazed out at the spires of the Danish capital. With luck he thought, the enemy would soon come to turns and he could leave the city unscathed.
1:51.0	That night he invited his captains aboard the elephant for a final dinner.
1:57.0	He was in the highest spirits, one remembered, and drank to the success of the ensuing day.
2:03.6	As they left, Nelson shook each man by the hand and wished him luck.
2:08.9	When they had gone, he lay sleepless in his cot, listening to the creek of the timbers.
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