17 Rare Photos Of Nelson Mandela Throughout The Years

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You can’t talk about great revolutionaries of the world without mentioning the GOAT of the movement: Mr. Nelson Mandela.

The former South African President had a long, tumultuous life trying to end apartheid and bring peace to homeland — not to mention he was the country’s first Black head of state.

Despite being deemed a controversial figure for most of his life, Mandela, a Nobel Peace Prize, is also viewed as an icon and “Father Of The Nation” to most South Africans.

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In honor of the late legend’s 100th birthday, check out these beautiful rare photos of Mandela throughout his life.

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