11May
2015
2015
This Week in History: Nelson Mandela Elected President of South Africa
Kelly Landers / 0 Comments /West Palm Beach criminal defense lawyer Kelly V. Landers recalls significant events that occurred this week in history.
On May 10, 1994, Nelson Mandela is elected as South Africa’s first democratic and black president.
On May 13, 1963, Brady v. Maryland, suppression of exculpatory evidence by the prosecution violates the Due Process clause.
On May 13, 1985, a police raid in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on the headquarters of the radical group MOVE started a fire that destroyed most of a city block.
On May 15, 1972, while campaigning for the presidency, Alabama Governor George Wallace was shot, leaving him partially paralyzed.
Have a great week!
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Spot and Lucille going to work!
