. Author During his years in prison, Nelson Mandela's reputation grew steadily. He was widely accepted as the most significant black leader in south africa and became a potent symbol of resistance as the anti apartheid movement gathered strength He consistently refused to compromise his political position to obtain his freedom W BTL E To be continued on the next page.W B T L E During his years in prison, Nelson Mandela's reputation grew steadily. He was widely accepted as the most significant black leader in South Africa and became a potent symbol of resistance as the anti￾apartheid movement gathered strength. He consistently refused to compromise his political position to obtain his freedom. Lesson 7 – Mandela’s Garden I. Author To be continued on the next page