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A Commander-in-Chief's Final Journey Led by Military Tradition
January 8, 2025 — President Jimmy Carter, the nation's 39th chief executive and the first U.S. Naval Academy graduate to serve in the Oval Office, began his final journey with a procession that intertwined the small-town rhythms of Plains, Georgia... MORE

Mourners stand with military servicemembers around a flag-draped casket.

U.S. Navy issues statements on passing of President Jimmy Carter
January 2, 2025 — Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro and Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti released statements on the death of President and Navy veteran James Earl "Jimmy" Carter Jr., who died on Dec. 29, 2024, at age 100... MORE

Austin, Biden laud former President Carter's leadership, humanity
December 31, 2024 — Americans will remember former President Jimmy Carter for his leadership in office and his distinguished post-presidency, but the Defense Department also honors his sterling service in uniform, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said on Dec. 29. ... MORE