The defence began its refutation of the state’s case, overseen by advocate Vernon Berrangé. Mandela and his co-accused faced a marathon proceeding in which the government attempted to equate a program of democratic demands with treason. The legal defense became part of a wider struggle over whether Black majority rule and multiracial political organizing could be treated as legitimate.
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What happened to 73 Treason Trial cases in December 1957?
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The prosecution withdrew charges against 73; Mandela’s case continued.
The December 1957 withdrawal ended the case against every Treason Trialist, including Mandela.
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Charges were dropped against 73; Mandela’s prosecution continued.