Woodrow Wilson

Who was Woodrow Wilson?

Woodrow Wilson was the 28th president of the United States, holding office from 1913 to 1921.

What did Woodrow Wilson do?

Woodrow Wilson took the United States into the First World War and played a leading role in negotiating the peace settlement at the end of it.

Why was Woodrow Wilson significant?

Woodrow Wilson was significant for 4 key reasons:

• ❖ His role in establishing peace at the end of the First World War.
• ❖ He developed the '14 Points' as a basis for peace.
• ❖ Although America never joined, he was the architect of the League of Nations.
• ❖ He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1919 for his role in the Paris Peace Conference.