[2] For the rest of the 18th century, Denmark would try to establish a colonial presence on the Nicobar Islands.

Initially, the Danish Nicobar Islands (Frederiksnagore) were left out of the British occupation, and in 1802 a ship arrived with more supplies and men.

[3] However, in 1805, on the basis of the war between Denmark and Great Britain, a British captain named Blom would arrive at the harbour of Nancowry.

[3][4] Together with his vessel, HMS Amboyna, Blom would dislodge the Danish forces there and looted the godowns and residences, before leaving the harbour again.

[5] In the following year, the Danes would revisit the island, and the Danish command would be re-established.