Danish India

Danish India refers to the settlements and trading posts established by Denmark–Norway on the Indian subcontinent, forming part of the Danish overseas colonies. Founded in 1620, these possessions included Tharangambadi, Serampore, and the Nicobar Islands. Despite being undercapitalized and posing little threat to major European powers, Danish India managed to maintain its colonial holdings for over 200 years. It sometimes found a niche in international trade by offering foreign trade under a neutral flag during conflicts between larger nations. All Danish holdings in India were eventually sold to Britain in the 19th century, leading to the dissolution of Danish India in 1869.