American resources were available for Britain to use in both world wars. In this assessment, they mattered more to Britain in World War I because British reluctance to adopt convoys increased its difficulties. American entry came late in both wars, so material support and formal participation need to be considered separately.
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American resources and Britain's convoy problem
British reluctance to adopt convoys is offered as a reason American resources mattered particularly in World War I.