Discussion: Western Allies and Supplies

Research the Internet for information about the aftermath of the Soviet blockade of Berlin. In your initial post, address this question: Following the blockade, how were the Western allies (Britain, United States, France, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada) able to supply the necessary food, fuel (coal), medicine, etc. needed to approximately 2.5 million people?

The ideal original, primary posting should be approximately 150 words.