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Birth of Nelson Mandela
He was born in Transkei, South Africa. -
Graducated University with a Law Degree
Nelson graduates University of South Africa with a law degree. -
Joins the African National Congress (ANC)
Nelson Joins the ANC and actively takes part fighting against the apartheid. -
Arrested and charged for treason
Nelson Mandela and several other members of the ANC were arrested and charged for treason -
Arrested and charged again for treason
Nelson was arrested and charged again for treason after the state succeeded in convicting his plot to overthrow the government. This event recieved a incredible amount of international attention and the apartheid regime in South Africa became the focial point of international glare.
We believe that South Africa belongs to all the people who live in it, and not to one group, be it black or white. We did not want an interracial war, and tried to avoid it to the last minute.
– Nelson Mandela, 1964 -
Released from Jail
Nelson Mandela was finally release from jail. His release was considered the impending end of the apartheid. -
First fair and full South African election; Mandela becomes president
In 1994, South Afria had it's first full and fair election, with 65% of the ANC vote in favour of Nelson becoming President. -
Retired from Presidency
Nelson retired from presidency in 1999, being succeeded by Thabo Mbeki -
Nelson Mandela Dies at 95
Nelson Mandela dies at age 95, after many years of illness.