Jimmy Carter (born on October 1, 1924) was the 39th president of the United States, serving from 1977 to 1981. A native of Plains, Georgia, he was a naval officer and peanut farmer before entering politics. Carter served as governor of Georgia from 1971 to 1975, where he gained attention for advocating civil rights and government reform. As president, he emphasized human rights in foreign policy, brokered the Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel, and created the Department of Energy and the Department of Education. His presidency also faced challenges, including inflation, the energy crisis, and the Iran hostage crisis. After leaving office, Carter became known for his humanitarian work, earning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.