Adolf Hitler's order for German submarines to attack American ships was heavily influenced by World War I and II's dynamics. Sinking these ships was a strategy to impact the British economy negatively and quickly end the war before American intervention. However, such unrestricted warfare , the influential role of U-boats in this conflict, and broader geopolitical factors resulted in increased tension and conflict. ;
Adolf Hitler ordered German submarines to attack American ships as part of a strategy to disrupt Allied supply lines and weaken Britain's war capabilities. This decision was influenced by Germany's calculations about the consequences of American intervention, previous submarine incidents, and the increased supply shipments under the Lend-Lease program. Ultimately, these attacks heightened tensions and led to a more direct conflict between the U.S. and Germany.
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