Jimmy Carter is an American politician and humanitarian who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981. Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, he was a peanut farmer before entering politics. Carter is known for his focus on human rights, energy conservation, and peace negotiations, notably the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt. After his presidency, Carter became a prominent advocate for global health, democracy, and humanitarian efforts. He co-founded the Carter Center in 1982, which works to improve global health and promote peace. In 2002, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his extensive humanitarian work.