Nelson Mandela, R.I.P.
Word has come that one of modern history's great leaders has died.
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CNN:
Nelson Mandela, the revered statesman who emerged from prison
after 27 years to lead South Africa out of decades of apartheid, has died,
South African President Jacob Zuma announced late Thursday.
Mandela was 95.
"He is now resting. He is now at peace," Zuma said. "Our
nation has lost its greatest son. Our people have lost a father."
Nelson Mandela, R.I.P.
Word has come that one of modern history's great leaders has died.
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CNN:
Nelson Mandela, the revered statesman who emerged from prison
after 27 years to lead South Africa out of decades of apartheid, has died,
South African President Jacob Zuma announced late Thursday.
Mandela was 95.
"He is now resting. He is now at peace," Zuma said. "Our
nation has lost its greatest son. Our people have lost a father."