Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, has died at the age of 100.

Carter personified the American Dream, rising from farm life in the rural south to become the 39th President of the US.

He was born and raised in the Small Hamlet of Plains, Georgia.

After serving in the Navy, he returned home to plains and made a success of the family's peanut farm.

He also met Rosalynn Smith, the woman who became not only his wife, but his closest advisor.

Carter's political career began as a Georgia state Senator, before winning the governorship.

Carter's 1974 campaign for the White House began as the longest of long shots.

In the wake of Watergate and Vietnam, his appeal as a straight-shooting Washington outsider grew and he narrowly defeated Gerald Ford in 1976.

The Carter presidency was highlighted by the Camp David Agreement, bringing a once-unthinkable peace between Egypt and Israel but economic recession and high interest rates crippled Carter's term in office and the Iranian Hostage Crisis devastated it.

Americans grew frustrated with Carter's handling of the situation, including an aborted rescue attempt that eroded confidence in his leadership.

Republicans capitalized in 1980, as Ronald Reagan's sunny optimism ended Carter's re-election hopes with a resounding victory.

But from that defeat, a remarkable second act.

Private citizen Carter began a new career, helping build homes for the poor in America.

Making Habitat for Humanity an international name, even while focusing on global humanitarian causes.

In 2002, Jimmy Carter won the coveted Nobel Peace Prize but in 2015, at the age of 90, Carter revealed he'd been diagnosed with melanoma which had spread to his brain.

“I was surprisingly at ease. I've had a wonderful life, I've had thousands of friends and I've had an exciting and adventurous and gratifying existence,” said Carter.

He underwent cancer treatment and recovered, remaining active well into his 90s.

From teaching Sunday school at his South Georgia church to suffering a series of falls, Carter's resilience allowed him to continue building homes for habitat.

“I'd say peace and human rights and treating everybody the same is what I hope will be my legacy,” said Carter.

By the end of his life, Carter had won the deep respect and admiration of not only Americans, but people around the world.

The Democratic Party of Guam stated, “It is with profound sadness that we join the nation over the passing of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, who died peacefully today at his home in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 100.”

Adding, “In 1978, President Carter transmitted Guam's Proposed Constitution to Congress, underscoring his support for the island’s political development. Additionally, in the 1980 United States Presidential straw poll in Guam, President Carter received significant support, securing over 55% of the vote, reflecting the island’s favorable view of his leadership. President Carter’s legacy is one of integrity, compassion, and unwavering service to humanity. His contributions have left an indelible mark on the world, and he will be deeply missed.”

Guam delegate James Moylan also extended his condolences, echoing the work of the former president.

Adelup also issued a statement on President Carter's passing.

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero stated in part, “As the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter served with a deep moral conviction and a commitment to peace, democracy, and human rights. His leadership during a time of great challenges reflected his belief in the power of diplomacy, compassion, and service to bridge divides and bring about meaningful change.”

Lt. Governor Josh Tenorio added, “Guam joins the nation and the world in honoring his remarkable contributions. May we continue to draw inspiration from his vision for a better, fairer, and more peaceful world.”