Nelson Mandela

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NELSON MANDELA
Politics
Born: July 18, 1918
Transkei, South Africa

"Whites in South Africa belong here. We want them to share power with us."

Nelson Mandela, South African lawyer, activist and founder of the African National Congress (ANC) was sentenced to life in prison in 1964 after he was convicted for sabotage and conspiracy to overthrow the South African government. Mandela became the symbol for freedom and justice to the black population of South Africa struggling against Apartheid. In 1990, after years of international pressure, a new South African government committed to reform, released Mandela from prison. They also legalized the ANC, making negotiations possible for a post-apartheid constitution.

1. Nelson Mandela made a living as a _____.


2. He was sentensed to life inprisonment for sabotage and conspiracy to _________ the South African government.


3. He became the symbol for _______ ___ _______ to the black population of South Africa.


4. After serving several years in prison Mandela was finally ________ when the South African govenment committed to reform in 1990.


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