Wilson's Proclamation Of Neutrality

Wilson was too idealistic on believing the United States could remain neutral throughout World War 1 because it is nearly impossible to create an entirely neutral country at any point in time, no matter if it is during a war or not. If America was to remain entirely neutral during the war, all the war efforts would have to be stopped, even though there is always an Army being trained and prepared. There is always a defensive plan in case another country decides to attack, meaning the country still has an attack plan, making the country not completely neutral. Another reason is the entire world was at war. The United States, being a powerful country would have to step in to help their allies eventually. This is proven by the Zimmerman Telegram, saying “We shall

Having this defense plan already makes the country not neutral ultimately saying that the United States never really succeeded at being a neutral territory. Wilson’s wanted to remain neutral too much proven by him saying, “I venture, therefore, my fellow countrymen, to speak a solemn word of warning to you against that deepest, most subtle, most essential breach of neutrality which may spring out of partisanship, out of passionately taking sides” (Wilson’s Proclamation of Neutrality). Giving a speech about why we need to be neutral shows his ideals for being a neutral country throughout the war and why it should be important. Wilson hoped too much to be a neutral country so the country would remain safe and not have to interfere with any international battles. Other big political figures found this to be a good idea to remain neutral during the war because of all the impacts it has on the citizens lives also. Senator George Norris states, “It increases the cost of living of those who toil and those who already must strain every effort to keep soul and body together.” This was one of Wilson’s reasonings for not wanting to enter the