Mahatma Gandhi Timeline By mikler Oct 2, 1869 Gandhi is Born Jan 1, 1895 Gandhi goes to Africa Period: Jan 1, 1895 to Jan 1, 1915 Turning Point Gandhi sees injustice in the British Empire, and takes the decision to make something about it. Jan 1, 1915 He Returns to his Home, India Jan 1, 1921 Gandhi takes Leadership Mar 12, 1930 Salt March Jan 1, 1942 Gandhi demands India's Independence Jan 31, 1948 Death of Gandhi