Woodrow Wilson
Definition
Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of United States (1913-1921) who played a significant role during World War I and in negotiating post-war treaties including Treaty Of Versailles. He proposed "Fourteen Points" that included formation of League Of Nations.
Analogy
Consider Woodrow Wilson as your class representative who proposes new rules (like his Fourteen Points) for better functioning and harmony among students (countries), but not everyone agrees with him or follows them.
Related terms
Fourteen Points: These were principles for peace outlined by President Wilson that he believed should be used for peace negotiations at end World War I.
Isolationism: A policy favored by many Americans before WWI where they preferred to keep out from political affairs or alliances with other countries.
Self-determination: This principle, advocated by Wilson, holds that nations have the right to freely choose their sovereignty and international political status with no external compulsion or interference.
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