Britain's eventual introduction of improved shells shows that rapid replacement was possible once it became a priority. An earlier programme could have faced less pressure from the army's demand for ammunition. In 1914 and 1915, the large land offensives had not yet reached their later intensity. Naval shell factories were not the only constraint: competition for explosives could also limit production.
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Earlier shell reform could face less competition for explosives
Earlier adoption of improved naval shells could have reduced competition with the army's expanding artillery demand.