Nelson Mandela, a life in pictures
Free at last. Nelson Mandela walks away from Victor Verster prison, accompanied by Winnie and supporters, on 11 February 1990.
Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first black president, is dead at 95. Mandela was one of the most beloved world leaders, both at home and abroad, in a generation.
GlobalPost looks back at some of the most memorable moments from a truly extraordinary life.
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