Presidents · Head-to-head
Woodrow Wilson vs Theodore Roosevelt
Yes — based on their recorded years, Woodrow Wilson (1856–1924) and Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919) were alive at the same time for at least part of their lives.
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Woodrow Wilson
The 28th U.S. president, who led the country through World War I and helped architect the League of Nations.
Key achievements
- Served as the 28th president of the United States from 1913 to 1921
- Led the United States through its involvement in World War I
- Was the leading architect of the League of Nations
- Implemented significant economic reforms during the Progressive Era
Fast fact
Wilson was the only Democrat to serve as president during the Progressive Era.
Full profile of Woodrow Wilson →Theodore Roosevelt
The 26th U.S. president, who became the youngest person to hold the office after President McKinley's assassination.
Key achievements
- Became the 26th president of the United States in 1901 at age 42
- Championed the conservation movement, establishing national parks and forests
- Pursued antitrust action against major monopolies as part of his domestic policy
- Won the Nobel Peace Prize for mediating the Russo-Japanese War in 1906
Fast fact
Roosevelt was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1906 for mediating the end of the Russo-Japanese War.
Full profile of Theodore Roosevelt →Who lived first, Woodrow Wilson or Theodore Roosevelt?
Woodrow Wilson (1856–1924) lived first, before Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919), based on their recorded years.
Were Woodrow Wilson and Theodore Roosevelt contemporaries?
Yes — based on their recorded years, Woodrow Wilson (1856–1924) and Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919) were alive at the same time for at least part of their lives.
What do Woodrow Wilson and Theodore Roosevelt have in common?
Both Woodrow Wilson and Theodore Roosevelt are grouped among our Presidents figures and lived during the Modern Era.