Woodrow Wilson

Early Life:

Woodrow Wilson was the 28th president of the United States of America, serving from 1913 to 1921. He was born in Staunton, Virginia, and later attended Princeton University. Before becoming president, Wilson served as Governor of New Jersey from 1911 to 1913, gaining national recognition for his policies on labor and tax. Later on, at that same university, he became its president. Can you believe that a president once served as the governor of New Jersey? This public recognition helped him rise to President of the United States of America.

Presidency:

During his presidency, he played a key role in creating the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), an agency that is tasked with investigating and preventing unfair business practices. Wilson’s presidency is remembered for his leadership during World War I. The U.S. was initially in a neutral stance, but he ultimately led the country to war in 1917 after Germany’s unrestricted submarine warfare threatened American ships and lives.

The Treaty of Versailles:

At the end of the war, the Treaty of Versailles outlined the punishments of Germany and post-war orders. One of Germany’s punishments was the loss of significant territories both overseas and within Europe. Despite the setbacks and challenges, Wilson’s vision for lasting peace continued to inspire others.