AccountOfTheSiegeBombardmentOfCopenhagen

T h e siege and bombardment o f Copenha­ gen by the English are both in their causes and consequences one ©f the most remark­ able events in modern times. Defencelefs and unprepared as we were, the succefs o f the British arms was obvious. So formidable and unexpected a force as that which was brought by the English must necessarily ob­ tain a victory over a defencelefs nation, which, founded its whole grandeur and glory on the happy enjoyment o f an honourable peace. It was the golden age of our island and our Capital. Unconcerned for more, we confined our wishes to our native shore and the law fu l advantages, which our trade and a most impartial neutrality could afford* Our eSpits were blessed by providence, and