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While this group has been inactive for quite some time (my fault), a new group for people who play the danish gambit was recently started by someone and its going strong. Their page is http://www.chess.com/groups/home/danish-gambiteers, check them out!

I'm looking for a term to describe games of danish gambit and I don't know the proper termonology (or if there is even one). Since 3 pawns are offered (2 of them are gambit pawns) I suggest we call them 1/3rd Danish, 2/3rds Danish, and Full Danish. If you know the proper terms or can think of better terms let me know and I'll update this:

There is a new, well-done article on chess . com and here is the url: http://www.chess.com/article/view/openings-for-tactical-players-the-danish-gambit

Ok so you came to our group but don't know what the Danish Gambit is? First off the name: It was played by many Danish players when it was new so that kind of stuck. Gambit means we will be throwing away a pawn or two in the early game. While our opponent is using his moves to capture these pawns we'll be developing pieces. It is called a gambit because we are gambling that this development will be more than enough to make up for the lost pawn(s). Most gambits throw away 1 pawn, to develop an extra piece. We will be recklessly giving away 2 or more pawns to set up a HUGE attack. Once the black player captures the pawns, in theory with a very accurate defense he can weather the storm and come out with a good game. One slight mistake and it he will be in big trouble. Here is an example game of someone making a classic mistake that you will see surprisingly often.