Jimmy Carter’s life in photos Carter, the 39th president of the US, was president during one of the most tumultuous times in US history.
The former president first emerged into the political scene in the early 1960s and spent the rest of his life working to ensure people in the US and around the world received fair treatment and a better quality of life.
Jimmy Carter’s life was marked by his devotion to his family, public service and humanitarian efforts.
He continued his public service through time spent in the military, elected office and volunteer work after leaving Washington, D.C.
Here is a look at the life of “The Peanut President:”.
