Photos show Jimmy Carter's inspiring life, from humble beginnings to becoming the longest-lived president in US history

businessinsider.com
30 Dec 2024
  • Jimmy Carter was born on October 1, 1924, in the farming community of Plains, Georgia.
  • Carter went on to serve in the US Navy and was sworn in as president in 1977.
  • Carter died on December 29, 2024, at age 100, making him the longest-lived president in US history.

Jimmy Carter died on Sunday, just months after celebrating his 100th birthday, making him the nation's longest-lived president.

The former president's decades in the public eye made him one of the most respected and beloved figures in American politics. His marriage to Rosalynn Carter lasted 77 years, ending with her death in November 2023. It was the longest marriage of any presidential couple in US history.

Here's a look back at Jimmy Carter's inspiring life, from his humble roots on his parents' peanut farm to his term as president and inspiring humanitarian career after leaving office.

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