Mon Dec 30 07:42:14 UTC 2024: ## Former US President Jimmy Carter Dies at 100
**Plains, Georgia** – Former US President Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, passed away at his home in Plains, Georgia on Sunday at the age of 100. His death marks the end of a life that spanned a single term in the White House and decades of impactful humanitarian work. Carter lived longer than any other US president.
While his presidency (1977-1981) faced challenges including economic struggles and the Iran hostage crisis, he also achieved significant milestones, brokering the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt and championing renewable energy. Despite these accomplishments, he lost his bid for reelection.
However, Carter’s post-presidency garnered widespread acclaim. His tireless dedication to global humanitarian efforts, including work through the Carter Center, earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. He remained a vocal advocate for climate change action and lamented growing political divisions within the United States.
Beyond his political career, several lesser-known facts about Carter’s life have emerged: he was the first US president born in a hospital; he was exposed to significant nuclear radiation during his time in the US Navy; he was the first president to be inaugurated using his nickname, “Jimmy”; he made a historically diverse number of appointments to the federal judiciary; and he was embroiled in a minor controversy involving a reported kiss on the Queen Mother’s lips (a claim he denied). His life and legacy will be remembered for both his contributions as president and his enduring commitment to service after leaving office.
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