uMkhonto we Sizwe translates to “The Spear of the Nation.” In reaction to the Sharpeville massacre, uMkhonto we Sizwe was created, in conjunction with the South African Communist party, as the armed force behind the African National Congress during the Apartheid in the early 60s. African National Congress had, up until this point, been a non violent party— but following futile attempts at peaceful protest, were driven to a stronger course of action.
Sources:
|
President, and revolutionary Nelson mandela. |