The primary purpose of the Cash and Carry policy, as well as the Lend-Lease Act and similar policies, was to provide support and aid to countries that were allies or deemed important to the United States during times of conflict, particularly during World War II. These policies allowed the U.S. government to provide military equipment, supplies, and resources to other nations without direct involvement in the war itself. The Cash and Carry policy specifically allowed nations to purchase American goods as long as they paid in cash and arranged for their own transportation, thereby avoiding the direct involvement of the U.S. military. The Lend-Lease Act expanded on this approach by authorizing the loaning or leasing of military equipment, raw materials, and other goods to countries considered vital to the defense of the United States. Overall, these policies were strategic measures to support U.S. allies and contribute to the war effort while maintaining a level of neutrality.