Lesson 30 of 84 · Biographies
⭐ 30 XPNelson Mandela: Freedom Fighter and President
Nelson Mandela was a brave man who fought for freedom in South Africa.
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Nelson Mandela was a brave man who fought for freedom in South Africa. He wanted everyone to be treated equally, no matter their skin color. After spending many years in jail for his beliefs, he became the first Black president of South Africa and worked hard to bring people together.
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Nelson Mandela fought for freedom.
He was the first Black president of South Africa.
He wanted everyone to be treated equally.
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