The blockade had a visible front line and a strategic backstop. Britain sent eight warships to the Venezuelan area, compared with four German ships, while a much larger British force remained nearby under the North America and West Indies Station. Commodore Robert A. J. Montgomery was a deliberate command choice rather than the next available senior officer. His experience with the Newfoundland fisheries had given him practice handling disputes involving Americans and other powers.
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Montgomery and the blockade force balance
The Venezuelan blockade is explained through British force design, local ships, reserve strength, and Commodore Robert Montgomery's diplomatic experience.