Nelson Mandela In His Own Words

Nelson Mandela Death: In His Own Words -- BBC

Nelson Mandela's ability to use words to breathe life into his cause was one of his most powerful weapons in the struggle for black equality in South Africa.

Here is a selection of some of his most compelling quotes.

Conclusion of his three-hour defence speech at his 1964 trial for sabotage and treason:

"I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve.

"But if needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die."

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