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Portrait of President Woodrow Wilson from 1914.

Who Was Woodrow Wilson?

Woodrow Wilson was the 28th president of the United States. He served from 1913 to 1921. Wilson was the only Democrat president during a time called the Progressive Era, when Republicans usually held the office.

Early Life and Education

Wilson was born in Staunton, Virginia and grew up in the Southern United States. He studied history and political science and later became president of Princeton University. Before becoming president, he was the governor of New Jersey.

Presidency

In the 1912 election, Wilson won against two famous presidents, William Howard Taft and Theodore Roosevelt. During his time in office, Wilson worked on changes to help the economy and workers. He tried to keep the United States neutral when World War I began but later led the country into the war.

Family and Later Life

Wilson married Ellen Louise Axson, and they had three children: Margaret, Jessie, and Eleanor. After Wilson had a stroke in 1919, his wife and doctor helped take care of him. He did not run for another term. Wilson passed away in 1924.

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Portrait of Woodrow Wilson, the 28th President of the United States, taken around 1875.
Portrait of Woodrow Wilson, the 28th President of the United States, taken in 1919.
Portrait of Ellen Louise Wilson, a historical figure known for her contributions to society.
Portrait of Woodrow Wilson in 1902, during his time as President of Princeton University.
Prospect House at Princeton University
Portrait of Governor Woodrow Wilson in 1911.
Portrait of President Woodrow Wilson and his cabinet members in 1916.
A formal gathering of the U.S. Congress during the opening message of the 63rd Congress in 1913.
Map showing the 12 districts of the U.S. Federal Reserve System, with banks marked as black squares and branches as red circles.
Official portrait of President Woodrow Wilson, the 28th President of the United States.
A family portrait of Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Wilson with their daughters Margaret, Eleanor, and Jessie, taken outdoors in New Hampshire in 1912.

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