Jan 5, 1919
Both on the streets of this interesting city and here you have made me feel at home.
Woodrow Wilson
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Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States, serving from 1913 to 1921. A member of the Democratic Party, he was born in Virginia and raised in Georgia before moving to New Jersey, where he became a prominent political figure. Wilson was a key leader of the Progressive Movement, advocating for reforms such as antitrust legislation and the establishment of the Federal Reserve System. His presidency is also noted for significant events such as the United States' involvement in World War I and his efforts to promote the League of Nations, an international organization aimed at preventing future conflicts.
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Jan 5, 1919
I am proud to be President of a Nation which contains so large an element of the Italian race.
Jan 5, 1919
We think the same thoughts. We entertain the same purposes. We have the same ideals; and this war has done this inestimable service: It has brought nations into close vital contact.
Jan 4, 1919
I have never known such a greeting as the people of Milan have given me on the streets.
Jan 4, 1919
We can not merely sign a treaty of peace and go home with clear consciences.
Jan 4, 1919
It is with a spirit of veneration, sir, and with a spirit I hope of emulation, that I stand in the presence of this monument and bring my greetings and the greetings of America with our homage to the great Mazzini.
Jan 4, 1919
And it has been our joy in these recent days to be associated with you in the victory which has liberated Italy and liberated the world.
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