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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.

Jan 3, 1919

Every just mind must condemn those who so debased the studies of men of science as to use them against humanity.

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Jan 2, 1919

If Germany had waited a single generation, she would have had a commercial empire of the world.

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Jan 2, 1919

It has been a matter of pride with us that so many men of Italian origin were in our own armies.

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Jan 2, 1919

we are friends of these people and it is our duty as their friends to see to it that some kind of protection is thrown around them.

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Jan 2, 1919

It is a distinction which I am sure you are conferring upon me as the representative of the great people for whom I speak.

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Jan 2, 1919

This imperial people now gladly represents the freedom of nations.

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Jan 2, 1919

It is my privilege and honor to propose the health of His Majesty the King and of Her Majesty the Queen, and long prosperity to Italy

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Jan 2, 1919

I have been very much touched by the generous terms of the address which you have just read.

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Jan 2, 1919

Many political changes have centered about Rome, from the time when from a little city she grew to be the mistress of an empire.

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