WWI: British blockade of Germany (and neutrals)

How did the British navy blockade impact US neutrality?

Neutral vessels were theoretically permitted to continue trading, but Britain progressively widened the definition of ‘contraband’ cargo and, from early 1915 began to seize all commodities bound for the Central Powers. This policy made for difficult relations with neutral countries, particularly the United States.

How did the British blockade affect Germany ww1?

By 1915, German imports had fallen by 55% from pre-war levels. Aside from causing shortages in important raw materials such as coal and various non-ferrous metals, the blockade cut off fertiliser supplies that were vital to German agriculture.

What did the British blockade do in ww1?

Britain’s blockade across the North Sea and the English Channel cut the flow of war supplies, food, and fuel to Germany during World War I. Germany retaliated by using its submarines to destroy neutral ships that were supplying the Allies.

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