I don't know if you've heard the sad news or not, but the amazing Nelson Mandela has passed away at the age of 95. Although many of us didn't know him personally, I know that we will all remember him for the dramatic affect he has had in all of our lives by standing up for things that he believed in such as education and racial freedom. May his life inspire you to chase your dreams.
I hope you guys can help spread the sad word of his death by making #RipNelsonMandela trend on twitter worldwide.
I'm sure we will all remember him for soo many different reasons but don't hesitate to send your prayers out to his family and loved ones.
Nelson Mandela was born on July 18, 1918, in Mveso, Transkei, South Africa. And was actively involved in the anti-apartheid movement in his 20s, Mandela joined the African National Congress in 1942. For 20 years, he directed a campaign of peaceful, non-violent defiance against the South African government and its racist policies.
Here are some quick facts about him:
- NAME: Nelson Mandela
- OCCUPATION: Civil Rights Activist, World Leader, Writer
- BIRTH DATE: July 18, 1918 (Age: 95)
- EDUCATION: Clarkebury Boarding Institute, Wesleyan College, University College of Fort Hare, University of London, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
- PLACE OF BIRTH: Mveso, Transkei, South Africa
- FULL NAME: Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela
- AKA: Nelson Mandela
- AKA: Rolihlahla
- NICKNAME: Madiba
- ORIGINALLY: Rolihlahla Mandela
- NICKNAME: Black Pimpernel
- ZODIAC SIGN: Cancer
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
Nelson Mandela
It always seems impossible until its done.
Nelson Mandela
There is no passion to be found playing small - in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.
Nelson Mandela
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