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Leading struggle against apartheid from "summary" of Long Walk To Freedom by Nelson Mandela
My mission, my calling, was clear: to fight against the system of apartheid that had oppressed my people for so long. It was a struggle that consumed me, body and soul, for decades. From the moment I joined the African National Congress, I knew that I was committing myself to a life of resistance, defiance, and sacrifice. The fight against apartheid was not a simple one. It was not just a matter of protesting or writing letters to the government. It was a daily battle, fought on multiple fronts - in the streets, in the courts, in the hearts and minds of our people. It required courage, determination, and an unshakeable belief in the righteousness of our cause. I knew that I could not lead this struggle alone. I needed the support of my comrades, my fellow activists, my fellow South Africans. Together, we formed a united front against ...
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