The Road To Pearl Harbor, 1919-1941
Versailles: The Lost Peace
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President Wilson's hopes for world peace through collective security clash at Versailles with the harsh old-world politics of Europe, which wanted to punish Germany. The resultant treaty, sows the seeds of World War II. Wilson's mysterious behind-the-scenes advisor, Colonel Edward House, compromises Wilson's ideals. Then, influenza struck Wilson down during a critical period of negotiations.