Nelson Mandela in Prison
Here is a breakdown of events that preceded and followed the Imprisonment of Nelson Mandela.
- 1952: Mandela was banned and then went into hiding.
- 1956: Arrested again during country-wide arrests, leading to the treason trials.
- Treason Trial Details:
- Accused included men and women of all races.
- Ended in March 1961 with Mandela and 28 others found not guilty.
- Treason Trial Details:
- June 1961: Mandela initiated an armed struggle.
- December 1961: Supported the establishment of the “Spear of Nation”, followed by a series of explosions in South Africa.
- January 1962: Mandela left South Africa illegally under a fake name to gather international support for the armed struggle.
- July 1962: Police raided ANC hideouts in Rivonia, arresting many leaders.
- August 1962: Upon his return, Mandela was arrested and imprisoned for five years for leaving the country without permission.
- October 1963: Began the Rivonia trials, lasting eight months.
- Outcome: Mandela received a life sentence at the end of these trials.
During his years in prison, Mandela was subjected to inhumane treatment, including forced labour, limited access to basic necessities, and restricted communication with the outside world. However, Mandela’s spirit remained unbroken, and he continued to inspire hope and resilience among his fellow prisoners and supporters.
Nelson Mandela – Early Life, Apartheid, Activism, Achievements
Nelson Mandela was the former president of South Africa and is known for his work against apartheid. In 1993 he won a Nobel Prize for his work as an activist for black rights in South Africa.
In this article, we are going to learn about the early life and achievements of Nelson Mandela, which includes his fight against Apartheid in South Africa.
Table of Content
- Early Life of Nelson Mandela
- Apartheid in South Africa
- Mandela’s Activism Against Apartheid
- Nelson Mandela in Prison
- Leadership and Transition to Democracy
- Mandela as President
- Achievements of Nelson Mandela