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Adoption of Freedom Charter by The Congress of the People
People Shall Govern! -
Women's March against the Pass Law August
The protest contributed to women playing bigger role in the struggle for freedom. -
The Treason Trial
144 people were arrested in raid in South Africa on suspected Treason charges. -
The Treason Trial
144 people were arrested in raid in South Africa on suspected Treason charges. -
Sharpeville Massacre
Crowds outnumbered police, and police fired and killed 69 people. -
The Durban Strike
Strike for wage increase, and better working conditions. -
Student Uprising in Soweto
SSoweto highschool students started protesting for better educatiojn. -
Killing Of Steven Biko
Steven Biko was in SASO, and died in Pteroria Detetion Camp. His death sparked protests. -
Release of Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was released froom prison and the country rejoiced. -
First Democractic Election
Nelson Mandela was elected president in South Africa -
Truth and Reconciliation Commision to President Mandela
Tasked with finding the wrong doings of the government.
