Daniel François Malan: Architect of Apartheid in South Africa
Daniel François Malan, serving as South Africa's Prime Minister from 1948 to 1954, played a crucial role in introducing apartheid—a system enforcing racial segregation. Originally a clergyman, Malan ventured into politics, promoting Afrikaner nationalism and the Afrikaans language. His policies systematically marginalized non-whites through laws segregating races and stripping away rights. His legacy is deeply tied to the institutionalized racism that marred South African society for decades.
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