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Woodrow Wilson Collection

Woodrow Wilson, a prominent figure in American history, was born on December 28, 1856, in Staunton, Virginia

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: USA, Virginia, Staunton, View of Woodrow Wilson homestead

USA, Virginia, Staunton, View of Woodrow Wilson homestead (Large format sizes available)

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Blowing Bubbles. Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations, 1919. Creator: Anonymous

Blowing Bubbles. Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations, 1919. Creator: Anonymous
Blowing Bubbles. Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations, 1919. Private Collection

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, Woodrow (1856-1924). US President (1913-1921)

Wilson, Woodrow (1856-1924). US President (1913-1921)
CUL4931610 Wilson, Woodrow (1856-1924). US President (1913-1921); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Wilson, Woodrow (1856-1924). US President (1913-1921)

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: US President Woodrow Wilson asking Congress to declare war on Germany, 1917 (litho)

US President Woodrow Wilson asking Congress to declare war on Germany, 1917 (litho)
8673144 US President Woodrow Wilson asking Congress to declare war on Germany, 1917 (litho) by Perard, V. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Portrait of Woodrow Wilson, c.1910-1920 (painting)

Portrait of Woodrow Wilson, c.1910-1920 (painting)
1745848 Portrait of Woodrow Wilson, c.1910-1920 (painting); (add.info.: Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) american president in 1913-1921, painting); Photo: Tallandier.

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: US President Woodrow Wilson welcomed on his arrival in Dover, 1918 (b/w photo)

US President Woodrow Wilson welcomed on his arrival in Dover, 1918 (b/w photo)
8626480 US President Woodrow Wilson welcomed on his arrival in Dover, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archibald Bodkin)

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: WWI Poster 'True Blue', pub. 1918 (colour lithograph)

WWI Poster "True Blue", pub. 1918 (colour lithograph)
3239910 WWI Poster "True Blue", pub. 1918 (colour lithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection.

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Pres't's flag, Paris, 31 Dec 1918. Creator: Bain News Service

Pres't's flag, Paris, 31 Dec 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Pres't's flag, Paris, 31 Dec 1918. A flag, probably used on the car of President Woodrow Wilson when he visited Paris to attend the Paris Peace Conference after World War I.

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, Paris, 19 Dec 1918. Creator: Bain News Service

Wilson, Paris, 19 Dec 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Wilson, Paris, 19 Dec 1918. President Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) attending a reception for Marshall Joffre in Paris when he attended the Paris Peace Conference after World War I.

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Red Cross, 1918, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service

Red Cross, 1918, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Red Cross, 1918, 18 May 1918 (date created or published later). President Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) with General George R

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service

Wilson, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Wilson, 18 May 1918. President Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) marching in a Red Cross parade with Secret Service men on Fifth Avenue, New York City, May 18, 1918 during World War I.

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service

Wilson, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Wilson, 18 May 1918. President Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) marching in a Red Cross parade with Secret Service men on Fifth Avenue, New York City, May 18, 1918 during World War I.

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service

Wilson, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Wilson, 18 May 1918. President Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) marching in a Red Cross parade with Secret Service men on Fifth Avenue, New York City, May 18, 1918 during World War I.

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: L'Etat de Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le president Wilson, un mois auparavant, le 5 mars 1917

L'Etat de Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le president Wilson, un mois auparavant, le 5 mars 1917... Creator: Unknown
L'Etat de Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le president Wilson, un mois auparavant, le 5 mars 1917, lisant a la foule, devant le Capitole de Washington, l'adresse inaugurale de sa seconde presidence

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Les collaborateurs du president Wilson; Le president Wilson et ses ministres, 1917. Creator: Unknown

Les collaborateurs du president Wilson; Le president Wilson et ses ministres, 1917. Creator: Unknown
Les collaborateurs du president Wilson; Le president Wilson et ses ministres, 1917. President Wilson and his ministers. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Les collaborateurs du president Wilson; La receptiona l'Hotelde Ville de New-York de M.J.W

Les collaborateurs du president Wilson; La receptiona l'Hotelde Ville de New-York de M.J.W... 1917 Creator: Unknown
Les collaborateurs du president Wilson; La reception a l'Hotel de Ville de New-York de M. J.W.Gerard, ancien ambassadeur a Berlin, a son retour d'Allemagne, 1917

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: L'Avant-Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le 3 fevrier 1917, la séance du Congres americain dans... 1917

L'Avant-Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le 3 fevrier 1917, la séance du Congres americain dans... 1917. Creator: Unknown
L'Avant-Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le 3 fevrier 1917, la seance du Congres americain dans laquelle le president annonca la rupture des relations diplomatiques avec l'Allemagne, 1917

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: L'Avant-Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le president Wilson, lisant au Congres, le 7 decembre 1915... 1917

L'Avant-Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le president Wilson, lisant au Congres, le 7 decembre 1915... 1917
L'Avant-Guerre aux Etats-Unis; Le president Wilson, lisant au Congres, le 7 decembre 1915, le message ou il denonce les agissements criminels dont la terre americaine est le theatre, 1917

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Defile sur la place de la Concorde, le 14 decembre, des... 1918

Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Defile sur la place de la Concorde, le 14 decembre, des... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Defile sur la place de la Concorde, le 14 decembre, des voitures du cortege du president Wilson, venant de la gare du Bois de Boulogne, 1918

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Le salut et le sourire de M Wilson sur le trajet de la... 1918

Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Le salut et le sourire de M Wilson sur le trajet de la... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Le salut et le sourire de M Wilson sur le trajet de la gare a l'hotel mis a sa disposition, 1918

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; A la gare du Bois de Boulogne, le 14 decembre 1918... 1918

Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; A la gare du Bois de Boulogne, le 14 decembre 1918... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; A la gare du Bois de Boulogne, le 14 decembre 1918, apres l'arrivee du train presidentiel: en tete, M Wilson et Mme Poincare; derriere eux

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Deux departs; a Brest: le president Wilson, a bord de la canniere qui va l'amener au... 1919

Deux departs; a Brest: le president Wilson, a bord de la canniere qui va l'amener au... 1919. Creator: Unknown
Deux departs; a Brest: le president Wilson, a bord de la canniere qui va l'amener au "George Washington", 1919

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: La signature du traite de paix a Versailles; Le president Wilson, assis devant M.Villiam... 1919

La signature du traite de paix a Versailles; Le president Wilson, assis devant M.Villiam... 1919. Creator: Unknown
La signature du traite de paix a Versailles; Le president Wilson, assis devant M Villiam Martin qui se penche en face de lui, signe le traite, 1919

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Le congres de la paix dans la galerie des glaces du chateau de Versailles; M. Clemenceau... 1919

Le congres de la paix dans la galerie des glaces du chateau de Versailles; M. Clemenceau... 1919. Creator: Unknown
Le congres de la paix dans la galerie des glaces du chateau de Versailles; M. Clemenceau, president, debout entre MM Wilson et Lloyd George

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: La Paix Victorieuse; La reception de M Wilson a la Chambre Francais: Le president Wilson... 1919

La Paix Victorieuse; La reception de M Wilson a la Chambre Francais: Le president Wilson... 1919. Creator: Unknown
La Paix Victorieuse; La reception de M Wilson a la Chambre Francais: Le president Wilson a la tribune du Palais-Bourbon, le 3 fevrier 1919, 1919

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: La Paix Victorieuse; La reception de M Wilson au Senat Francais: Le dejeuner offert... 1919

La Paix Victorieuse; La reception de M Wilson au Senat Francais: Le dejeuner offert... 1919. Creator: J Simont
La Paix Victorieuse; La reception de M. Wilson au Senat Francais: Le dejeuner offert par les senat, le 20 janvier 1919, au President Wilson dans la Salle des conferences du Palais du Luxembourg

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Daughters of American Revolution - President And Mrs. Wilson, Col. Harts

Daughters of American Revolution - President And Mrs. Wilson, Col. Harts... 1916 Creator: Harris & Ewing
Daughters of the American Revolution [event] - President [Woodrow] And Mrs. Wilson, Col. Harts And Others Leaving D.A.R. Hall By Side Entrances, 1916

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Eastern Yacht Club - The Cup, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Eastern Yacht Club - The Cup, 1913

Eastern Yacht Club - The Cup, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Eastern Yacht Club - The Cup, 1913
Eastern Yacht Club - The Cup, 1913. Trophy presented by President Woodrow Wilson To Owner of Yacht Ellen Who Won Race Off Marblehead, Mass

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Eastern Yacht Club - President Wilson Presenting Club Cup To Owner of Yacht Ellen Who Won

Eastern Yacht Club - President Wilson Presenting Club Cup To Owner of Yacht Ellen Who Won
Eastern Yacht Club - President [Woodrow] Wilson Presenting Club Cup To Owner of Yacht Ellen Who Won Race Off Marblehead, Mass. 1913

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Eastern Yacht Club - President Wilson Presenting Club Cup To Owner of Yacht Ellen Who Won

Eastern Yacht Club - President Wilson Presenting Club Cup To Owner of Yacht Ellen Who Won
Eastern Yacht Club - President [Woodrow] Wilson Presenting Club Cup To Owner of Yacht Ellen Who Won Race Off Marblehead, Mass. 1913

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson Delivering Address On Foreign Affairs, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Wilson Delivering Address On Foreign Affairs, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
[Woodrow] Wilson Delivering Address On Foreign Affairs, 1917

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Pauline Floyd, with Banner, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Pauline Floyd, with Banner, 1917

Pauline Floyd, with Banner, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Pauline Floyd, with Banner, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Pauline Floyd, with Banner, 1917. The time has come to conquer or submit - for us there is but one choice - we have made it" - President [Woodrow] Wilson

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Owen, F.D. Public Buildings And Grounds Custodian of The Flags, Left, Planting Tree, Presid

Owen, F.D. Public Buildings And Grounds Custodian of The Flags, Left, Planting Tree, Presid
F.D. Owen, Public Buildings And Grounds Custodian of The Flags, left, Planting Tree, President [Woodrow] Wilson, 1913. Wilson is holding the spade

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Progressives Leaders Call On Wilson: Judge Albert R. Nortoni, St. Louis; J. A. Hopkins, New

Progressives Leaders Call On Wilson: Judge Albert R. Nortoni, St. Louis; J. A. Hopkins, New
Progressives Leaders Call On [Woodrow] Wilson: Judge Albert R. Nortoni, St. Louis; J. A. Hopkins, New Jersey; Henry M. Wallace, Detroit; Vance C

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Princeton University students with Woodrow Wilson, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Princeton University students with Woodrow Wilson, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Princeton University students with Woodrow Wilson, 1913

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Flag Day, Washington DC, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Flag Day, Washington DC, 1914

Flag Day, Washington DC, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Flag Day, Washington DC, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing
William Jennings Bryan, Josephus Daniels, President Woodrow Wilson, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Flag Day, Washington DC, 1914

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson On Reviewing Stand, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Unknown

Wilson On Reviewing Stand, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Unknown
[President Woodrow] Wilson [2nd left] On Reviewing Stand, 1917 or 1918. The man presenting certificates is Newton Diehl Baker, Secretary of War

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Woodrow Wilson On Reviewing Stand, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Unknown

Woodrow Wilson On Reviewing Stand, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Unknown
Woodrow Wilson On Reviewing Stand, 1917 or 1918. Josephus Daniels, Major General Hugh Lenox Scott, Edith Wilson, President Woodrow Wilson, Secretary of War Newton Diehl Baker

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe

Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916 Aug. 7. Creator: Arnold Genthe

Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916 Aug. 7. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916 Aug. 7

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916 Aug. 7. Creator: Arnold Genthe

Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916 Aug. 7. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Wilson, Woodrow, President, portrait photograph, 1916 Aug. 7

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. 1917. Rear view of President Woodrow Wilson

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. 1917. Rear view of President Woodrow Wilson

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. Wilson, Back To Camera, Rev. 1917

Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. Wilson, Back To Camera, Rev. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. Wilson, Back To Camera, Rev. 1917. Rear view of President Woodrow Wilson

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. Wilson, Back To Camera, Rev. 1917

Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. Wilson, Back To Camera, Rev. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. [President Woodrow] Wilson, Back To Camera, Rev. 1917

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Organization of Government Clerks, President And Mrs. Wilson.. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Organization of Government Clerks, President And Mrs. Wilson.. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. President [Woodrow] And Mrs. [Edith] Wilson, Col. Harts, Etc. Arriving For Review, 1917

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Organization of Government Clerks, President And Mrs. Wilson.. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Organization of Government Clerks, President And Mrs. Wilson.. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Home Guard - Organization of Government Clerks, D.C. President [Woodrow] And Mrs. [Edith] Wilson, Col. Harts, Etc. Arriving For Review, 1917

Background imageWoodrow Wilson Collection: Wilson, Margaret, portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe

Wilson, Margaret, portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Wilson, Margaret, portrait photograph, 1913



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Woodrow Wilson, a prominent figure in American history, was born on December 28, 1856, in Staunton, Virginia. As the 28th President of the United States from 1913 to 1921, he left an indelible mark on the nation's political landscape. Wilson's childhood home in Staunton offers a glimpse into his early years and upbringing. The Woodrow Wilson homestead stands as a testament to his humble beginnings and serves as a reminder of the values that shaped him. Known for his progressive policies and visionary leadership, Wilson played a pivotal role during World War I. In April 1917, he addressed Congress with fervor and conviction, urging them to declare war on Germany. This decision would ultimately shape America's involvement in one of history's most significant conflicts. One iconic image captures Wilson blowing bubbles while contemplating the establishment of the League of Nations in 1919. This snapshot symbolizes his commitment to international cooperation and peacekeeping efforts following World War I. Throughout his presidency, Wilson faced numerous challenges but remained steadfast in pursuing social reforms such as women's suffrage and labor rights. His dedication to progressivism earned him admiration among many Americans who saw him as an advocate for change. In March 1917, thousands lined Pennsylvania Avenue during Wilson's inauguration parade—a moment frozen forever through black-and-white photography—showcasing their support for this dynamic leader who promised hope amidst turbulent times. Wilson's legacy extends beyond domestic affairs; it encompasses foreign policy initiatives that aimed at reshaping global relations post-war. His vision for collective security led to the creation of the League of Nations—an organization dedicated to preventing future conflicts through diplomacy rather than warfare. As we reflect upon Woodrow Wilson’s presidency today, we recognize both his accomplishments and controversies alike. While some criticize aspects like racial segregation within federal agencies under his administration or question certain decisions made during wartime crises—his contributions to shaping the modern world cannot be denied.