Many participant in the war expressed their desire for peace among the nations. Many issues had erupted and there was an obvious need for negotiation. Wilson wanted to reassert the reason for the involvement of the United States in the war. He reminded them that they were fighting for the safety of our country and democracy. He then listed his 14 Points which included:
1) No private alliances internationally and diplomacy will be present and open to the public.
2) Freedom of the seas even during wartimes.
3) Equal trade among all nations that desire peace as well as no new barriers constructed.
4) The reduction of the national army to while still maintaing domestic safety.
5) In colonies, the interests of the people must have equal importance to that of the government.
6) Evacutation of Russia in order for its development.
7) Restoration of Beligium.
8) French territories will be freed and France will be righted to ensure peace and cooperation in the future.
9) Italian frontiers to be righted among clear nationalities.
10) Austria-Hungary will have opportunities to autonomous development.
11) Balkan states will be evacuated.
12) Turkish portion will have secure sovereignty.
13) An independent Polish state will be built.
14) The League of Nations will be created.
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