Blockade of Germany (World War I)

The blockade of Germany in World War I was a naval strategy by the Allies to restrict supplies and resources reaching Germany through the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean. By cutting off imports of food, fuel, and military materials, the Allies aimed to weaken Germany's war effort and economy. This blockade contributed significantly to shortages, suffering, and economic strain within Germany, ultimately pressuring the country to seek peace. It was a key component of the broader Allied effort to weaken Germany without direct combat, using naval control to isolate and diminish the Central Powers.