Jimmy Carter’s legacy endures in Indian village renamed in late US president’s honour
[South China Morning Post] - 01/8/2025
The village, once home to Carter’s mother, a Peace Corps volunteer, now holds a small memorial to the late US president, reflecting the enduring impact of his 1978 visit.
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