Rosalynn Carter, born Eleanor Rosalynn Smith in 1927, grew up in Plains, Georgia. Raised in a close-knit community, she experienced the challenges of rural life during the Great Depression. In her early years, Rosalynn displayed a keen interest in academics and was an accomplished student. She met her future husband, Jimmy Carter, in high school, and their connection deepened during his naval service.
After Jimmy's return, the couple married in...