Nelson Mandela accomplished great things despite

overcoming much adversity in his life.

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Nelson Mandela Early Life

A. Nelson Mandela Early Life

Quotes: "Rolihlahla Mandela was born into the Madiba clan in the village of Mvezo ,
Transkei, on 18 July 1918. His mother was Nonqaphi Nosekeni and his father was Nkosi
Mphakanyiswa Gadla Mandela, principal counsellor to the Acting King of the Thembu
people, Jongintaba Dalindyebo. ""In 1930, when he was 12 years old, his father died and
the young Rolihlahla became a ward of Jongintaba at the Great Place in Mqhekezweni"
Comment: When Nelson Mandela was born his name was not Nelson his name was
Rolihlahla, a tribal name. It was not until Rolihlahla was in primary school that his name
was changed to Nelson. This was because he attended a school in which every child there
was given a "christian" name. Later after his father's death Nelson was adophted by the
African digniteri Chief Henry Mandela of the Tembu Tribe.
Source: "Biography of Nelson Mandela." Biography Nelson Mandela Foundation.
N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Feb. 2015.

B. Nelson Mandela Early Life

Quotes: "He completed his Junior Certificate at Clarkebury Boarding Institute and went
on to Healdtown, a Wesleyan secondary school of some repute, where he
matriculated.Nelson Mandela began his studies for a Bachelor of Arts degree at the
University College of Fort Hare but did not complete the degree there as he was expelled
for joining in a student protest"
Comment: Being expelled from the University of Fort Hare was the first and biggest act
of civil disobendience Mandela had participated in at the time. It forshadowed what was
to come.
Source: "Biography of Nelson Mandela." Biography Nelson Mandela Foundation.
N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Feb. 2015.

C. Nelson Mandela Early Life

Quotes: " Mandela eventually studied at both the University of Fort Hare and the
University of Witwatersrand and qualified in law, setting up a law practice in
Johannesburg with his friend Walter Sisulu.""Meanwhile he began studying for an LLB

at the University of the Witwatersrand. By his own admission he was a poor student and
left the university in 1952 without graduating. He only started studying again through the
University of London after his imprisonment in 1962 but also did not complete that
degree."
Comment: Due to his expulsion from the University of Fort Hare in Nelson did not
recieve his BA until 1943. Mandela's law pratice set up with his friend Walter Sisulu was
the first ever black law firm set up in South Africa.Mandela failed to complete his LLB
but failed both times. It would not be until 1989 during the last months of his
imprisionment that he would complete his degree through the University of South Africa.
Source: Bio.com. A&E Networks Television, n.d. Web. 11 Feb. 2015.
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Nelson Mandela Political/Adversity

A. Nelson Mandela Political/Adversity

Quotes: "In 1944, Mandela joined the African National Congress (ANC) and worked
with fellow party members, including Oliver Tambo, to establish its youth league, the
ANCYL.""Mandela helped lead the ANCs 1952 Campaign for the Defiance of Unjust
Laws, traveling across the country to organize protests against discriminatory policies,
and promoted the manifesto known as the Freedom Charter, ratified by the Congress of
the People in 1955. "
Comment: After the 1948 election Mandela's commitment to the ANC grew. The 1948
election was a major turning point as it was a victory for the Afrikaner-dominated
National Party. After this election a new government system called apartheid was
introduced. Apartheid was an offical system that limited the basic rights of non-whites
and maintained a white-minority rule. Nelson's commitment to activism against aparthied
and white-minority rule grew stronger in the years following the 1948 in which apathied
was installed.
Source: "Biography of Nelson Mandela." Biography Nelson Mandela Foundation.
N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Feb. 2015.

B. Nelson Mandela Political/Adversity

Quotes: "A two-year diploma in law on top of his BA allowed Nelson Mandela to
practice law, and in August 1952 he and Oliver Tambo established South Africas first
black law firm, Mandela and Tambo."
Comment: At their law firm Mandela and Tambo offered free or low cost legal help to
those affected by apartheid.
Source: "Nelson Mandela." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 26 Mar.
2015.

C. Nelson Mandela Political/Adversity

Quotes: "In 1952 he was chosen at the National Volunteer-in-Chief of the Defiance
Campaign with Maulvi Cachalia as his deputy. This campaign of civil disobedience
against six unjust laws was a joint programme between the ANC and the South African
Indian Congress. He and 19 others were charged under the Suppression of Communism
Act for their part in the campaign and sentenced to nine months hard labour, suspended
for two years."
Comment: Due to his participation in protests against apartheid Nelson and several
others were arrested on December 2nd of 1952. This would be the first of many of
Nelson's run ins with the law dealing with his capaigns to end aparthied.
Source: "Help Keep Madiba's Legacy Alive." Nelson Mandela's Prison Numbers
Nelson Mandela Foundation. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Apr. 2015.

D. Nelson Mandela Political/Adversity

Quotes: "Nelson Mandela was arrested in a countrywide police swoop on 5 December
1955, which led to the 1956 Treason Trial. Men and women of all races found themselves
in the dock in the marathon trial that only ended when the last 28 accused, including
Mandela were acquitted on 29 March 1961."
Comment: Mandela along with several others were found guilty of treason. Along with
others Nelson was sentenced to life in prison and began his sentence at Robben Island
Prison.
Source: "Biography of Nelson Mandela." Biography Nelson Mandela Foundation.
N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Feb. 2015.
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Nelson Mandela Contribution

A. Nelson Mandela Contribution

Quotes: "Madibas legacy includes the establishment of a constitutional democracy in
South Africa, and the replication of these values and ideals across Africa. He will be
remembered as an ardent protagonist of pan-Africanism who went out of his way to help
solve some of Africas most devastating conflicts. Fifty years after the formation of the
African Union and the Organisation of African Unity before it, Madibas belief in a
politically and economically independent continent remains a priority for African leaders
today."
Comment: Mandela helped to free South Africa from the oppression for non-whites
caused by apartheid. His work and contribution inspired many and lead the movement
for equality in South Africa.

Source: "Biography of Nelson Mandela." Biography Nelson Mandela Foundation.

N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Feb. 2015.

B. Nelson Mandela Contribution

Quotes: "Flaws, nevertheless, abound today, stemming from corruption in all its
creeping manifestations. These could in time destroy the edifice Mandela built.
But they will not undermine Mandelas place in history, which is more durable
than any political construct. As with Abraham Lincoln, his deeper legacy lies in
the example he has left for succeeding generations."
Comment: Arguably Nelson Mandela's greatest acheivement is not that he helped end the
apartheid rule in South Africa. It is that he gave an example to other countries that
democratic and equal rule is possible.
Source: "Nelson Mandela's Legacy." Nelson Mandela's Legacy. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Apr.
2015.

C. Nelson Mandela Contribution

Quotes: "In 1994, four years after his release from prison and the end of his fight for
equality, Mandela was fittingly elected Prime Minister of South Africa. It was a historical
day for South Africa, with both races finally united with equality. He remained in the
post for 5 years before stepping down in 1999. Since then Mandela has remained
relatively out of the spotlight, but is still a crucial figurehead for equality all over the
world."
Comment: Nelson Mandela changed South Africa for the better as he was the first ever
president of South Africa who was elected democratically. He lead the movement for
other nations in southern Africa to establish equal and democratic rule.
Source: "ISS Africa | Nelson Mandela Remembered for His Contribution to Human
Security." ISS Africa. Institute for Security Studies, n.d. Web. 03 Apr. 2015.

D. Nelson Mandela Contribution

Quotes: "He taught the world what activism really means: With no fear in his heart,
Mandela stood up to those who sought to oppress others. He was willing to give up his
own life for the principles of democracy. Speaking at his own defense case in Pretoria in
1964"
Comment: Nelson Mandela's work and contribution showed oppressed people all over
the world that you can stage protests and get where you need to go. He also showed
people that you could do it without violent protests.

Source: "Nelson Mandela's Legacy." Nelson Mandela's Legacy. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Apr.
2015.