National Role
Every day of the year, the Danish Armed Forces solve a wide range of tasks in Denmark, thus contributing to a well-functioning and safe society.
Every day of the year, the Danish Armed Forces solve a wide range of tasks in Denmark, thus contributing to a well-functioning and safe society.
The socalled EpiShuttle is used for patient transportation in the rescue helicopters during the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo: Danish Defence.
The frigate Niels Juel in Greenland in 2020. Photo: Danish Defence.
The national tasks of the Danish Defence include:
The Danish Armed Forces form part of society's overall emergency readiness (the so-called total-defence concept), which is activated during crises, disasters, and major incidents.
The Danish Armed Forces are setting up a strategic reserve of approximately 400 soldiers who at very short notice will be able to support the police during unforeseen major contingencies.