The General Staff of Denmark was a top authority in the Royal Danish Army and was responsible for war preparations (training and education), studies and planning.

[3] Education of officers were focused on military history & tactics, and technical and scientific subjects.

[6] Slowly, the latter subjects became more prevalent, with topographical work taking up the largest amount, causing internal friction.

[6] In 1856, the disproportionally large Topographical Department caused so much in fighting, that it was moved to the Ministry of Finance.

This created unnecessary bureaucracy, leading to the removal of the position of the Chief of the General Staff.

[11] Following the appointment of Ludolph Fog [da], there were an increased focus on gaining more influence within the army's leadership.

[14] A few days after the occupation of Denmark, the General Staff began to establish illegal contact with the SOE, as to provide intelligence.