r for the sake of our country.In 1919, President Wilson suffered a stroke. He had many problems that followed his stroke for years to come. In spite of his illness and stubbornness, he held on to his covenants and would not make any revisions to the Peace Treaty. Several members from the League of Nations opposed his ideas, however President Wilson knew what the American people needed to regain peace and protect their future. (p. 156-177, Woodrow Wilson and World War I 1917-1921).Comment - The President extended much hope to the American people by not changing his views before signing the Peace Treaty. America put their trust in his views.g.W.W.II. - "It was the season of hope"The Japanese attack brought unity between the Americans. Before the attack the United States was a nation bitterly divided. Two groups, one led by Roosevelt, and the other led by the American First Committee, were now united as never seen before. Labor leaders soon called off strikes and union members would work around the clock if it was necessary. (p. 140-141 The World At Arms.)Comment - It was a season of hope because the Japanese attack brought Americans closer together. It brought much hope for the future of America. Americans were now anxious to help each other in a time of crisisThe wartime efforts brought many advances for blacks and women. The outcome of the war proved that blacks and women had the same capabilities as white men. The war showed they had just as much ability working as veterans and civil workers as did all humans, white or black, and even women. The war also brought many benefits to veterans and their families. They could now receive bonus payments, pensions, medical services, and the GI Bill of Rights. The GI Bill helped provide educational benefits. Veterans could now expand their education and receive home loan entitlements. Many more families could now purchase their own home. (p. 493-497 A World At Arms)Comment - Havi...
