Georgia River Network gala to celebrate President Jimmy Carter
The Georgia River Network will host the Georgia Rivers Gala at the Atlanta History Center on Aug. 22 honoring Jimmy Carter.
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President Carter - 10 things to know with detail
Early Life: James Earl Carter Jr. was born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia. He grew up on his family's peanut farm and attended the United States Naval Academy.
Military Service: Carter served in the Navy from 1946 to 1953, including as a submariner. He eventually rose to the rank of lieutenant.
Political Career: Carter began his political career in the Georgia State Senate in 1963. He was elected Governor of Georgia in 1970, serving one term before running for President.
Presidential Campaign: Carter ran for President in 1976 as a Democrat, defeating incumbent Gerald Ford in a close election. He focused on issues such as energy conservation and government reform.
Presidency: Carter was inaugurated as the 39th President of the United States on January 20, 1977. His presidency was marked by challenges such as high inflation, energy crises, and the Iranian hostage crisis.
Camp David Accords: One of Carter's most significant achievements was brokering the Camp David Accords in 1978, which led to a peace treaty between Israel and Egypt.
Human Rights: Carter made human rights a central focus of his foreign policy, advocating for democracy and civil liberties around the world.
Energy Policy: Carter implemented policies to address the United States' dependence on foreign oil, including the creation of the Department of Energy and investments in alternative energy sources.
Iran Hostage Crisis: Carter's presidency was overshadowed by the Iran hostage crisis, in which 52 Americans were held captive for 444 days by Iranian militants. The crisis contributed to Carter's defeat in the 1980 election.
Post-Presidency: After leaving office, Carter continued his work as a humanitarian and peacemaker, founding the Carter Center and winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his efforts to promote democracy and human rights. He remains active in public service and diplomacy to this day.