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In retrospect, Wilson’s vision of the League of Nations was ambitious and rooted in principles of diplomacy, cooperation, and peace. Yet, its failure to include the United States significantly weakened its impact, and the organization struggled to prevent the major conflicts that eventually led to World War II.
Nevertheless, the League was instrumental in establishing many precedents in international governance, from health and labor standards to dispute arbitration. Although it ultimately did not achieve its ultimate goal of ending war, it represented a critical experimental step toward a more connected and cooperative global community.