Question

What is the purpose of President Woodrow Wilson’s speech "War Message to Congress"?

Answer 1

To convince Congress that the nation should join the war against Germany.

Answer 2

Correct answer:

To persuade Congress that the nation should enter the war against Germany.

In the speech "War Message to Congress" President Woodrow Wilson intended to persuade Congress that the nation should go to war against Germany. This speech was promulgated on April 2, 1917. Woodrow Wilson said that law is more precious than peace, thus persuading the Congress to fight for this right. The resulting congressional vote led the United States to the First World War.