British Tars, Towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour c. 1807

"British Tars Towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour" (c. 1807) is a satirical cartoon by James Gillray, depicting the Battle of Copenhagen. The image shows British sailors pulling a line attached to a Danish warship, with the Danish fleet sailing into harbor. The scene is set against a backdrop of smoke and fire, suggesting the ongoing conflict. This caricature, like many of Gillray's works, mocks the British government's actions through exaggerated visual elements and witty commentary on political figures of the time. It offers valuable insight into the popular opinion and anxieties surrounding the Napoleonic Wars.