nELS0N MANDELA

INTRODUCTION

Famous quotes

Conclusion

Relevant facts

Historical context

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nELS0NMANDELA

It always seems impossible until it's done.

Nelson mandela'S FIGHT

Throughout history, lots of people around the world have faced discrimination – where they are treated differently because of their race, skin colour, gender, age and lots of other things, too. Sadly, it still happens to this day! But there are some amazing people who have worked hard to make a change for the better, and helped us move towards a world where everyone is treated fairly and equally. One such person is Nelson Mandela…

Character INTRODUCTION

South Africa is home to many different peoples and cultures – so much so that it’s been nicknamed the ‘rainbow nation’. But, sadly, at the time that Nelson Mandela was growing up, there was a huge racial divide in the country. White people ran the country, and they generally led privileged lives with good jobs, nice homes and access to good schools and healthcare. Most black people, however, worked in low-paid jobs, and lived in poor communities with poor facilities

APARTHEID IN SOUTH AFRICA

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Many people in this country have paid the price before me and many will pay the price after me

Historical context

1960

Sharpeville massacre

1951

Elected President of the ANCYL

1943

Graduates with BA from Fort Hare; Enrols for an LLB at Wits University

1918

Born Rolihlahla Mandela at Mvezo in the Transkei

Relevant facts

1994

Inaugurated as President of the Republic of South Africa

1960

The ANC is banned

1964

Arrives to Robben Island

1963

Sent to Robben Island

Relevant facts

Everyone can rise above their circumstances and achieve success if they are dedicated to and passionate about what they do.

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It always seems impossible until it's done.

No one is born hating another person because of the colour of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love

I am fundamentally an optimist. Part of being optimistic is keeping one’s head pointed toward the sun, one’s feet moving forward. There were many dark moments when my faith in humanity was sorely tested, but I would not and could not give myself up to despair. That way lays defeat and death.

Lead from the back – and let others believe they are in front.

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