What was Wilsons speech to reflect the attitude of the French at the time?

Wilson's speech, particularly his Fourteen Points address in 1918, aimed to promote peace and self-determination following World War I. The French, having suffered immense destruction and loss during the war, were initially skeptical of Wilson's idealism, prioritizing reparations and security over his vision of a new world order. While they appreciated his call for peace, they were more focused on ensuring that Germany was held accountable and that France's national security was guaranteed in any post-war settlement. Thus, Wilson's idealism contrasted with the French desire for tangible measures to prevent future conflicts.