NATO Secretary General - Nelson Mandela Tribute

BRUSSELS, BRU, BELGIUM

12.06.2013

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The NATO Secretary General, Mr. Anders Fogh Rasmussen issued the following statement on the passing of Nelson Mandela:

"I convey my deepest condolences to the family of former president Nelson Mandela and to the government and the people of South Africa.

Nelson Mandela was a man of peace and a truly inspirational figure. He was a symbol of freedom, dignity and reconciliation to millions of people, irrespective of race.

His death is a loss to us all, but he leaves a lasting legacy to the whole world."

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• Date Taken: 12.06.2013
• Date Posted: 12.06.2013 08:42
• Category: Briefings
• Video ID: 311263
• Filename: DOD_100971340
• Length: 00:00:37
• Location: BRUSSELS, BRU, BE