Former President Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, has passed away at the age of 100, marking the end of a remarkable life dedicated to public service and humanitarian efforts.
James Earl Carter Jr was born on 1 October 1924 in the small town of Plains, Georgia, the eldest of four children. He died on December 29, 2024 .
Carter, who swept to power promising never to lie to the American people, served from 1977 to 1981 and was known for his commitment to peace, democracy, and human rights, both during and after his presidency.
Carter’s legacy is defined by significant achievements, including the Camp David Accords, which facilitated peace between Israel and Egypt, and his post-presidency work with the Carter Centre, focusing on global health, democracy promotion, and conflict resolution. History dedication earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
On the international stage, he helped to broker a historic peace agreement between Egypt and Israel, However he struggled to deal with the Iran hostage crisis and the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.
After a single term in office, he was swept aside by Republican Ronald Reagan in the 1980 election, winning just six states.
The longest-lived president in US history, he celebrated his 100th birthday in October 2024. He had been treated for cancer and had spent the last 19 months in hospice care.
He is survived by his wife, Rosalynn, and their three children. Memorial services are expected to be held in the coming days, allowing the public to honor his memory and legacy.
