What gamble did the Germans make before the U.S entered the war?

Answer 1

Before the U.S. entered World War II, the Germans gambled on the strategy of unrestricted submarine warfare, believing that sinking enough Allied shipping could starve Britain into submission before American involvement became significant. They underestimated the resolve of the U.S. and the potential backlash of such aggressive tactics. Additionally, they hoped that their early successes in Europe would solidify their dominance before American forces could mobilize effectively. This gamble ultimately backfired, as it contributed to drawing the U.S. into the conflict.