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  • NAME: Rosalynn Carter
  • OCCUPATION: U.S. First Lady
  • BIRTH DATE: August 18, 1927 (Age: 85)
  • EDUCATION: Georgia Southwestern State University
  • PLACE OF BIRTH: Plains, Georgia
  • Maiden Name: Eleanor Rosalynn Smith
  • AKA: Rosalynn Smith
  • Full Name: Eleanor Rosalynn Carter
  • AKA: Rosalynn Carter
  • ZODIAC SIGN: Leo

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Rosalynn Carter is an American First Lady best known as the wife of President Jimmy Carter during his term from 1977-'81.


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However, he was ultimately defeated by Ronald Reagan.

Since leaving the White House, Rosalynn Carter's life has been anything but quiet. She has authored numerous books, including an autobiography titled First Lady from Plains (1984), praised for its insight into Jimmy's administration. She has also continued to advocate for mental health issues, as well as early childhood immunization, human rights,

and conflict resolution. Ever the champion of the neglected, she has also worked to address the unmet needs of U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.

For her efforts, Rosalynn has received countless honors, including various mental health awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, America's highest civilian honor. In 2001, she was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame.

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