Jimmy Carter was the 39th president of the United States, serving from 1977 to 1981, best known for brokering the Camp David Accords and making human rights central to U.S. foreign policy. Widely admired for his post-presidency humanitarian work through the Carter Center and Habitat for Humanity, he devoted decades to peace, democracy, and global health, earning the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize. | Unseen Facts Compilations

America’s 39th president, James Earl “Jimmy” Carter Jr., died on December 29, 2024 at his home in Plains, Georgia. At 100 years old, Carter was the oldest living president in U.S. history. While the successes of Carter's one term in office were overshadowed by gas lines, inflation, and a hostage crisis, his legacy has largely been shaped by his post-presidential accomplishments as peacemaker and champion for the poor. 🇺🇸 Stream JIMMY CARTER online or in the PBS app. | American Experience | PBS