A supposed asset for the South at the beginning of the Civil War that never materialized to its real advantage was

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The South had hoped that Britain and France would intervene and recognize the Confederacy as a sovereign nation, which would have provided much-needed economic and military support. However, this recognition did not materialize to the extent that the South hoped, and ultimately did not provide a significant advantage.

A Supposed Asset for the South at the Beginning of the Civil