Nelson Mandela - Wikipedia
WEBNelson Rolihlahla Mandela (/ mænˈdɛlə / man-DEH-lə; [1] Xhosa: [xolíɬaɬa mandɛ̂ːla]; born Rolihlahla Mandela; 18 July 1918 – 5 December 2013) was a South African anti-apartheid activist, politician, and statesman who served as the first president of …
South Africa Tribute - NASA Earth Observatory
WEBDec 15, 2013 · Nelson Mandela took the long view of South Africa. He saw the potential for prosperity and peace through equality during a time of repression, turmoil, and inequality. In tribute to Mandela, astronaut Chris Hadfield offered up …
Nelson Mandela - NASA Watch
WEBDec 6, 2013 · “Yesterday, one of the brightest stars ever to shine upon planet Earth departed our galaxy with the passing of former South African President, Nelson Mandela.
Nelson Mandela | Death, Facts, Biography, & Apartheid
WEB2 days ago · Nelson Mandela was a Black nationalist and the first Black president of South Africa (1994–99). A revered anti-apartheid activist, he fought for equality and reconciliation, leaving an enduring legacy of peace and social justice.
Nelson Mandela – Biographical - NobelPrize.org
WEBHe was widely accepted as the most significant black leader in South Africa and became a potent symbol of resistance as the anti-apartheid movement gathered strength. He consistently refused to compromise his political position to obtain his freedom. Nelson Mandela was released on February 11, 1990.
A man named Mandela - Nelson Mandela University
WEBMandela’s closest encounter with the prospect of his own death and his own ghost occurred during the Rivonia Trail in 1964. The public requirement to appear strong and brave as torchbearers of what is just and true was quite different from being in his cell alone and trying to confront the fact that he was likely “to not live”.
Biography - Nelson Mandela University
WEBNelson Mandela was instrumental in a number of protest actions and campaigns, including the anti-pass law campaigns. He addressed international audiences and travelled widely to gain support for the struggle against apartheid.
Biography of Nelson Mandela
WEBMandela immersed himself in official talks to end white minority rule and in 1991 was elected ANC President to replace his ailing friend, Oliver Tambo. In 1993 he and President FW de Klerk jointly won the Nobel Peace Prize and on …
Nelson Mandela and the rainbow of culture - NobelPrize.org
WEBSep 11, 2001 · After 27 years in prison, Nelson Mandela negotiated the dismantling of the apartheid regime in South Africa, settled an agreement on universal suffrage and democratic elections, and became the first black president of the country in 1994.
Nelson Mandela's life and times - BBC News
WEBJun 8, 2013 · Nelson Mandela is one of the world's most revered statesmen, who led the struggle to replace the apartheid regime of South Africa with a multi-racial democracy.
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