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“Loyalty means nothing unless it has at its heart the absolute principle of self-sacrifice.”

Quote by Woodrow Wilson

Book:Selected Addresses and Public Papers of Woodrow Wilson

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Selected Addresses and Public Papers of Woodrow Wilson

This book compiles a selection of addresses and public papers delivered by Woodrow Wilson during his presidency, offering insight into his political thought and his vision for the United States and the world. more

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Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States, known for his foreign policy during World War I and his efforts at the Paris Peace Conference. He advocated for the New Freedom policy and had a deep academic background in history, politics, and economics. more

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