Man of peace led US into war

By The Newsroom
Published 21st Feb 2014, 11:50 BST
Woodrow Wilson bowed out as President on March 4, 1921, but his retirement lasted only three years. He died on February 3, 1924, aged 67. He had no state funeral, preferring to be modestly buried at home. The quiet God-fearing academic ranks among the Presidential greats.

President Herbert Hoover, in a tribute, said: “Three qualities stood out for Woodrow Wilson. He was more than just an idealist; he was the personification of the heritage of idealism of the American people. He brought spiritual concepts to the peace table, he was a born crusader.”

Woodrow Wilson, in the highest tradition of Ulster-Scots, advanced American prestige and honour throughout the world. His patriotism, idealism and Christian faith were inspiring to the free world.