Nelson Mandela

In 1964, at the age of 46, South African political activist Nelson Mandela entered the notorious Robben Island Prison. He had been given a life sentence as punishment for his long struggle against the all-white South African governments 's system of apartheid, or racial segregation. After 27 years in prison, Mandela was released, and by 1994, he had become the first black

In 1964, at the age of 46, South African political activist Nelson Mandela entered the notorious Robben Island Prison. He had been given a life sentence as punishment for his long struggle against the all-white South African governments 's system of apartheid, or racial segregation. After 27 years in prison, Mandela was released, and by 1994, he had become the first black president of South Africa. How did Mandela Manage to create change in the face of so much oppression? What kept him fighting for so may Years? What does he do now that he has retired from politics?

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