​Jimmy Carter

  • 30 Dec 2024

On 29th December, 2024, Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president and Nobel laureate, passed away at his home in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy of peace and humanitarianism.

  • Jimmy Carter served as U.S. president from 1977 to 1981 after defeating Gerald Ford in the 1976 election.
  • His presidency is remembered for the Camp David Accords of 1978, fostering peace between Israel and Egypt.
  • Despite his achievements, Carter faced challenges like economic recession, double-digit inflation, and the Iran hostage crisis.
  • He founded the Carter Center, promoting democracy, human rights, and conflict resolution globally.
  • Carter received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his efforts to advance peace and combat poverty.
  • In his later years, Carter faced health challenges, including melanoma, and opted for hospice care in 2023.