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The Life and Contributions of Nelson Mandela

By andrewgallutia

  • Introduction

    Nelson Mandela lived a life of high achievement, but also controversy. His work in regards to politics and development were some of the most influential of his time and his legacy still lives on today. The goal of this timeline is show a glimpse of his story and take you through a brief journey through the life of one of the most praise figures that ever lived.
  • Born Rolihlahla Mandela at Mvezo in the Transkei

    Born Rolihlahla Mandela at Mvezo in the Transkei

    This is the birthplace of Mandela and where he spent most of his years as a child.
  • Mandela Enrolls in Primary School

    Mandela Enrolls in Primary School

    Nelson Mandela was the first in his family to go to school. It is here that he receives the name "Nelson" from one of his teachers.
  • Mandela's Father dies

    Mandela's Father dies

    Gadla Henry Mphakanyiswa Nelson Mandela's Father
    He was later cared for by Thembu Regent Jongintaba Dalindyebo at the age of 12.
  • Enrolls at the University College of Fort Hare, in Alice

    Enrolls at the University College of Fort Hare, in Alice

    University of Fort Hare in South Africa
  • Expelled From University

    Expelled From University

    Mandela was expelled from Fort Hare for participating in a student protest occurring on the campus.
  • Escapes Arranged Marriage

    Escapes Arranged Marriage

    Upon returning home University, Jongintaba, otherwise known as David Dalindyebo, who became a prominent father figure in Mandela's life, tried to arrange a marriage for Mandela. Upon hearing this, he fled to Johannesburg.
  • Completes BA through the University of South Africa (UNISA)

    Completes BA through the University of South Africa (UNISA)

    Attends the University of South Africa to complete his Bachelor of Arts.
  • Starts to Attend African National Congress Meetings

    Starts to Attend African National Congress Meetings

    Before Mandela was truly involved with politics, he attended Congress meetings informally.
  • Enrolls for an Bachelor of Law degree at Wits University

    Enrolls for an Bachelor of Law degree at Wits University

    Graduates from Fort Hare with a Bachelors degree during this time as well.
  • First Major Contribution in Politics

    First Major Contribution in Politics

    Co-founds the ANC Youth League, whose aims were to unify Africans together and defend their rights and freedoms.
  • Elected National Secretary of ANCYL

    Elected National Secretary of ANCYL

    Nelson Mandela is elected National Secretary of the African National Congress Youth League.
  • Elected President of ANCYL

    Elected President of ANCYL

    Mandela is officially elected as the leader of youth league.
  • Arrested for Role in the Defiance Campaign

    Arrested for Role in the Defiance Campaign

    Mandela was charged with violating the Suppression of Communism Act and sentenced to nine months in Jail.
  • Arrested for Treason after calling for a nonracial state in the Country

    Arrested for Treason after calling for a nonracial state in the Country

    Mandela would later be aquitted of these charges, but that was not the end of his run-ins with the law.
  • Sent to Prison for 27 years

    Sent to Prison for 27 years

    Mandela was sent to prison for leading in the African National Congress.
  • Released From Prison and elected ANC Deputy President

    Released From Prison and elected ANC Deputy President

    Upon leaving prison, the African National Congress elected Nelson Mandela to the position of Deputy President
  • Awarded Nobel Peace Prize for his work in creating the new democratic of South Africa

    Awarded Nobel Peace Prize for his work in creating the new democratic of South Africa

    Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize with President Frederik Willem de Klerk of South Africa.
  • Votes for the First Time

    Votes for the First Time

    Nelson Mandela on April 27, 1994, votes in an election for the first time.
  • Elected President of South Africa

    Elected President of South Africa

    Nelson Mandela was elected as the first black President of South Africa.
  • Establishes Nelson Mandela Children's Fund

    Establishes Nelson Mandela Children's Fund

    Goal of Fund is to help children in development in regard to education and safety
  • Creates the Nelson Mandela Foundation

    Creates the Nelson Mandela Foundation

    Steps down from the Presidency after one term to create his foundation.
  • Passes Away from a Prolonged Respiratory Infection

    Passes Away from a Prolonged Respiratory Infection

    Nelson Mandela passed away in Johannesburg, Gauteng.