Summary: Born on July 18, 1918 in Mvezo, South Africa, Nelson Mandela grew up to be an influential activist and political leader. Despite being jailed for decades because he joined the fight against apartheid, Mandela became the first black president of South Africa and one of the most celebrated political leaders of all time. Announcement! Historical Figures will now be coming out every other WED! We will see you on 4/18 with an all new episode. Sponsors! Kensington Publishing - MURDER AT HALF MOON GATE by Andrea Penrose is on sale now everywhere books are sold. And look for the first Wrexford and Sloan Mystery, MURDER ON BLACK SWAN LANE, now in paperback. More info at AndreaPenrose.com
