Jimmy Carter's Life Timeline: From Plains to President by Madi Wright

A Future President is Born

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James Earl 'Jimmy' Carter Jr. was born in Plains, Georgia. He grew up on his family's peanut farm, where he learned the value of hard work from an early age.

Navy Career Begins

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After graduating from the Naval Academy, Jimmy Carter became a Navy officer. He worked on submarines and learned important leadership skills that would help him later in life.

Return to Plains

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Jimmy Carter returned home to Plains, Georgia to run his family's peanut farming business after his father passed away. He worked hard to make the farm successful.

Becoming Governor

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Jimmy Carter became the Governor of Georgia. As governor, he worked to make sure all people were treated fairly, no matter their race.

Becoming President