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Jimmy Carter’s journey to leadership was rooted in humble beginnings

The son of farmers, no one in his family had finished high school before him

But young Carter dreamed big: "To go to the Naval Academy, get a college education, and serve in the U.S. Navy."

After graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1946, Carter served with distinction. His awards included the WWII Victory Medal and China Service Medal. He left active duty in 1953 to support his family

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