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Wilson Calls For Congress to Declare War on Germany
President urges Congress to declare war after German submarine warfare abandons restraints and sinks civilian ships. He argues neutrality is no longer feasible, calls for mobilization, naval expansion, 500000 new troops, and allied financial support to defeat Germany and defend democratic rights.
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