A gallery of press clippings commemorating Jimmy Carter’s return to Plains in 1981

Published 10:11 am Tuesday, February 21, 2023

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Former President Jimmy Carter returned home in 1981 after serving four years as the 39th president of the United States of America. Here is a collection of newspaper clippings commemorating his return to Plains, Georgia, in January 1981. Compiled by Jason Berggren.

Visit the Americus Times-Recorder’s coverage of Jimmy Carter’s life and impact for more information.