Blockade of Germany (1914–1919)

August 1914 – July 12, 1919 · Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea

Result Allied victory

Britain and its allies cut the sea supply of goods to Germany and the Central Powers, causing severe shortages and hardship. The blockade continued after the 1918 armistice until the peace treaty.

Allies

Central Powers

Other

Strength and losses

Civilian deaths
500,000 disputed