Who was Nelson Mandela?

Imagine being locked in a tiny room for exactly 10,052 days—just because you believed everyone should be treated fairly! In this inspiring episode of History's Not Boring, Mira and Finn travel to South Africa to uncover the incredible true story of Nelson Mandela. Did you know his birth name, Rolihlahla, actually means "troublemaker"? But Nelson only made good trouble! He dedicated his entire life to fighting against apartheid, a cruel system of laws that kept people separated based solely on the color of their skin. Discover how Nelson became a brilliant master of disguise, even pretending to be a chauffeur to hide from the police! Even after being caught and sent to a brutal, shark-infested island prison for over twenty-seven years, his spirit was never broken. You'll be amazed to learn that when he finally walked free, Nelson chose forgiveness over anger. Join us to hear how nearly twenty million people waited in massive lines during the historic 1994 election, making Nelson Mandela the first Black president of South Africa. Get ready for the ultimate story of courage, hope, and changing the world!