Who was the President of the United States during World War I?

The President of the United States during World War I was Woodrow Wilson. He served as the 28th President from 1913 to 1921, leading the country through not only the tumultuous times of the Great War but also significant domestic changes, including various social and economic reforms.

Wilson's leadership during the war was marked by his efforts to negotiate peace through his Fourteen Points, which aimed to address the causes of conflict and promote a lasting peace. His vision significantly influenced the post-war landscape, including the establishment of the League of Nations, although the U.S. ultimately did not join.

The other individuals listed held office at different times. Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President, serving from 1901 to 1909, while Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President, was in office during World War II. Herbert Hoover, the 31st President, served during the onset of the Great Depression following Wilson’s presidency, from 1929 to 1933. Each had significant impacts on American history, but their presidencies did not coincide with World War I.