Lillian Gordy Carter | |
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Born | Bessie Lillian Gordy August 15, 1898 Richland, Georgia, U.S. |
Died | October 30, 1983 Americus, Georgia, U.S. | (aged 85)
Occupation | Nurse |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | |
Children | |
Relatives | John William Carter (grandson)
Amy Carter (granddaughter) Jason James Carter (great-grandson) |
Bessie Lillian Carter (née Gordy; August 15, 1898 – October 30, 1983) was an American nurse. Carter's son, Jimmy Carter, served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. She was also known for her contributions as a Peace Corps volunteer in India and for writing two books during her son’s presidency.