A Tribute to Nelson Mandela by Pulitzer Winner David Turnley -- David Turnley, Time
Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer David Turnley spent 28 years photographing South Africa’s struggles of apartheid. Having documented the life of Nelson Mandela and his people, Turnley reflects for LightBox on his memories of Mandela on the day of his release from prison.
I go to sleep early on Feb. 10, 1990, as the next day will be one of the most important historic days of my career. I receive a call from a dear friend and photojournalist colleague. He tells me that he is sorry to inform me but the South African photographers association has decided to make Nelson Mandela’s release from prison a pool event and that only five photographers would be allowed in front of the prison. I respond that, respectfully, I can guarantee him that I would be the next morning in front of that prison — this was a moment of importance for the whole world to see.
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Commentaries, Opinions, And Editorials
Nelson Mandela's legacy: The world remembers -- Ryan Lenora Brown, Christian Science Monitor
Nelson Mandela Was Undeniably Great But He Doesn’t Need a Halo -- Michael Moynihan, Daily Beast
The Economist looks at the life and times of Nelson Mandela -- The Economist
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