President Wilson Tackles Anarchy in Mexico: A Glimpse into a Nation on the Brink

On October 29, 1913, US President Woodrow Wilson faced a daunting challenge: eliminating Victoriano Huerta’s grip on Mexico without resorting to armed force. For the first time, Wilson had the backing of the world’s great powers – France, Germany, and Great Britain – which agreed not to interfere in Mexico’s affairs. This unlikely alliance meant that they would wait for Mexico’s government to declare peace and cooperate in any feasible plan to restore order and eliminate anarchy.