Nelson Mandela dies at age 95
In an extraordinary life that spanned the rural hills where he was groomed for tribal leadership, anti-apartheid activism, guerrilla warfare, 27 years of political imprisonment and, ultimately, the South African presidency, Mandela held a unique cachet that engendered respect and awe in capitals around the globe.
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Nelson Mandela dances onstage before delivering his victory address in Johannesburg after he was elected South Africa's first black president.
David Brauchli / AP
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Nelson Mandela, beloved statesman, is mourned
People gathered outside his house in Johannesburg to express their sadness after the former South African president’s death at age 95.
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