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What is the Royal Danish Army?

The Royal Danish Army is the main land branch of the military in Denmark. It has a long history that goes back many hundreds of years. Today, it works to protect the country and helps keep peace in other parts of the world.

What happened in 1940?

In April 1940, Germany invaded and occupied Denmark during World War II. Because Denmark is a small country, it could not stop the large German army. This event changed the life of the Danish people for the next five years.

How did Danish soldiers keep fighting?

Many soldiers stayed in Denmark to work with secret groups to fight back against the occupiers. Others were very brave and sailed across the sea to reach Britain. Once there, they joined the Allied forces to help win the war against Germany.

When did Denmark join NATO?

Denmark became one of the first countries to join NATO in 1949. This group was started by several nations to keep each other safe after World War II. By joining, Denmark made a promise to work with its allies to stop future wars.

What does the army do today?

The army now works with other NATO countries to protect peace around the globe. Soldiers travel to different places to help keep people safe and stop conflict. They are proud to represent Denmark while helping other nations in need.

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Royal Danish Army

The Royal Danish Army is the land force of Denmark. It fought in World War II and joined NATO after the war.

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History

Denmark's army dates back hundreds of years. In World War II, Germany occupied Denmark in 1940. Many Danish soldiers joined resistance groups or sailed to Britain to fight with the Allies. After the war, Denmark became a founding member of NATO in 1949. The army has taken part in NATO missions and peacekeeping around the world.

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