Why We are at War - Woodrow Wilson - Bog

Why We are at War: Messages to the Congress January to April 1917 is a book written by Woodrow Wilson, the 28th President of the United States. The book is a collection of speeches that Wilson delivered to the United States Congress between January and April 1917, explaining why the country had to enter World War I. In these speeches, Wilson outlines the reasons why the United States had to take up arms against Germany and its allies, including the violation of American neutrality, the unrestricted submarine warfare, and the Zimmerman Telegram. The book also includes Wilson's famous Fourteen Points, which laid out his vision for a peaceful post-war world. Why We are at War is a historical document that provides insight into the political and social climate of the United States during World War I and the leadership of Woodrow Wilson during this crucial period in American history.1917. Wilson's messages to the Congress including his Proclamation of War and his message to the American people. Contents: A World League for Peace; The Severance of Diplomatic Relations with Germany; Request for a Grant of Power; We Must Accept War; A State of War; and Speak, Act, and Serve Together. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.