Nelson Mandela - Mandela accused of "high treason" against the state

Time: Dec, 1956

Place: South Africa

Details: In December 1956, Mandela was arrested alongside most of the ANC national executive, and accused of "high treason" against the state. Held in Johannesburg Prison amid mass protests, they underwent a preparatory examination before being granted bail.

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