Nelson Mandela Day

Nelson Mandela, President of South Africa — *Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years for armed revolutionary activities with the African National Congress*

Nelson Mandela Day is here. This U.N.-backed holiday honors the political icon on his birthday each year.
Learn a bit more about one of the world's most famous activists.

Timeline: Nelson Mandela | Nelson Mandela Biography | South Africa Country Profile

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