Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia, that revolves around farming, church and school, had a large influence in molding the character and in shaping the political policies of the 39th President of the United States.
Former President James Earl "Jimmy" Carter Jr.. discusses some of the struggles and choices made during his presidency regarding conflict in the middle east.
Published 03/14/14
Park Ranger Steve details the history of the Carter National Historic Site. He describes the history of the farm, what crops were grown on the farm, and the livestock that lived therein. He goes on to detail the peanut growing and harvesting processes.
Published 03/14/14
A National Park Ranger describes the process of cotton gathering in the Carter family cotton field. The ranger describes a process called "mopping cotton".
Published 03/14/14