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Nelson Mandela Born
Anti-apartheid revolutionary and South African President Nelson Mandela was born in Mvezo, South Africa.
Nelson Mandela Released from Prison
Nelson Mandela was released from Victor Verster Prison in South Africa after 27 years of imprisonment.
Nelson Mandela Dies
Nelson Mandela, anti-apartheid hero and first Black president of South Africa, died at age 95.
South Africa Holds First Democratic Election
South Africa held its first fully democratic election, with Nelson Mandela winning the presidency.
Nelson Mandela Wins Nobel Peace Prize
Nelson Mandela and F.W. de Klerk were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to dismantle apartheid.
Apartheid Ends in South Africa
South African President F.W. de Klerk announced the end of the ban on the ANC and other anti-apartheid organizations.
Mandela Signs South African Constitution
Nelson Mandela signed South Africa's new constitution, one of the most progressive in the world.
South Africa Wins Rugby World Cup Under Mandela
South Africa won the Rugby World Cup, with President Nelson Mandela presenting the trophy wearing a Springbok jersey, symbolizing racial reconciliation.
Winnie Mandela Born
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, anti-apartheid activist and former wife of Nelson Mandela, was born in Bizana, South Africa.