WW Chapter 23

This chapter is entitled "Independence and Development in the Global South." This chapter is all about the growth and development of different countries in history. Famous people that we now look up to today, is discussed within this chapter, and I thought it would be a great opportunity to read a little more about them, and see what makes them such an idol in history.

This chapter begins with a quote from Nelson Mandela, South Africa's nationalist leader, who looked towards living in an ideal "democratic and free society" (pg. 691). Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for twenty-seven years, while being charged for treason, sabotage, and conspiracy to overthrow the apartheid government of his country. Nelson Mandela was later released from prison in 1990, four years later, South Africa held its first election in which blacks and whites were able to vote. The outcome of this election rewarded Mandela, as he was elected as his country's first black African president. Nelson Mandela serves as a significant figure in history because he always stood by what he believed in. He never gave up, and always looked towards what was right. Although he went through unbelievable tribulations, in the end he found triumph, and was rewarded with something he stood behind for his entire life.

Another figure in history that was mentioned within this chapter was Mahatma Gandhi. Mahatma Gandhi is a man in history who is the most "widely recognized and admired figure in the global struggle against colonial rule." Instead of striving towards social revolution, Mahatma Gandhi sought more towards the moral transformation of individuals. While reading more about Mahatma Gandhi I found this quote to be quite interesting.. "Live as if you were to die tomorrow, learn as if you were to live forever."