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July 18 is recognized as Nelson Mandela International Day, marking the anti-apartheid activist’s birthday.
Mandela, or “Madiba” as he was lovingly referred to, dedicated his entire life to service as a lawyer, revolutionary, humanitarian, and the first president of South Africa. His influence stretched beyond his homeland, becoming an international icon of peace.
In commemoration of his remarkable work, check out our gallery of photos, showcasing the iconic revolutionary over the years.
Madiba’s legacy will live on FOREVER!
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1. Young Revolutionary
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2. Mandela visting Martin Luther King’s memorial in Atlanta.
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3. Mandela with his daughter Zindzi Mandela at her 1992 wedding in Soweto.
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4. Baby faced Madiba
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5. Mandela was for the people way before becoming a political leader.
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6. Mandela’s meet the Kennedy’s.
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7. Mandela Takes London
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8. Mandela Gives A Powerful Speech After Being Released From Prison
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He did 27 years.
9. Nelson with his dear friend Whoopi Goldberg back in the day.
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10. Baby Love.
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11. Mandela With Hilary Clinton.
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12. That revolutionary love.
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13. It never dies.
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14. Mandela loved visiting sick kids.
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15. Madiba Loves The People.
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And the people love him back.
16. Always showing love.
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17. Mandela greets supporters after his release from prison.
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