Battle of Copenhagen, Naval battle in Denmark
The Battle of Copenhagen was a naval engagement during the Napoleonic Wars.
On April 2, 1801, British forces fought against the Danish-Norwegian fleet anchored near Copenhagen.
The battle is famous for Lord Nelson's disobedience, putting the telescope to his blind eye to avoid signals of retreat.
Related artifacts and historical accounts can be viewed at the Royal Danish Naval Museum.
The phrase 'to turn a blind eye' is believed to originate from Nelson's actions during the battle.
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