In our first year of war

Name: In our first year of war
Author: Woodrow Wilson

By Woodrow Wilson

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A series of presidential messages and addresses delivered during the nation's transition from peace to active participation in a European war. It opens with the second inaugural and proceeds through proclamation of hostilities, explanations for entering the conflict, and domestic measures including conscription, food conservation, price fixing, and temporary government control of the railroads. The collection contains targeted appeals and replies to business, labor, teachers, and advocates of women's suffrage, and concludes with a public statement setting out principles and terms for a just and lasting peace.

About the Author

Woodrow Wilson

Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) was an American statesman and academic who served as the 28th President of the United States from 1913 to 1921. A prominent figure in the Progressive Era, Wilson is known for his leadership during World War I and his advocacy for the League of Nations. His writings reflect his deep engagement with political theory and governance, as seen in works like "Congressional Government" and "The New Freedom," where he explores the dynamics of democracy and reform. Wilson's essays, such as "Mere Literature, and Other Essays," showcase his literary style and philosophical insights, contributing to the discourse on American identity and politics.