Former South African President Nelson Mandela, center, is seen smiling during his tour of Freedom Park in Pretoria, South Africa Thursday July 2, 2009. Freedom Park is a memorial to celebrate those who sacrificed their lives for Freedom in South Africa and was opened in December 2007. AP Photo logo AP Photo 31 months ago

Former South African President Nelson Mandela, center, is seen smiling during his tour of Freedom Park in Pretoria, South Africa Thursday July 2, 2009. Freedom Park is a memorial to celebrate those who sacrificed their lives for Freedom in South Africa and was opened in December 2007.

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