Nelson Mandela (1918-2013) was a South African revolutionist and leader. Mandela was South Africa’s first ever black president from 1994-1999. Before Mandela was president he was a well-known revolutionary who rallied people against the racism that was instilled into South Africa. He spent 27 years in prison for fighting against this racism and refused to be released when being released meant admitting defeat. Mandela stated he would rather die than give up his ideals. He was awarded a Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.
Quote of the Day
April 17, 2018
Photo Credit: Photo by Rebecca Melton
Story continues below advertisement
About the Contributor
![Rebecca Melton](https://thedeclarationatcoloniahigh.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/IMG_4972-475x317.jpg)
Rebecca Melton, Spring Editor & Reporter
Rebecca Melton is an eighteen year-old senior at Colonia High School. She is heavily involved in the performing arts, having been apart of backstage crew since her freshman year. Melton is the Secretary of Colonia High School's Thespian Society and is the Student Technical Director of the CHS Theater. Melton is also a member of the majority of Colonia High School's Bands. She is the Flute Section Leader of the Marching Band, and is the first chair flute in both Concert Band and Wind Ensemble. She also is a fan of tabletop gaming and has worked to create and game-master campaigns with her friends. Her favorite subject is English and she loves reading, her favorite genre being high fantasy. Melton intends to become an English teacher.