Question

whom did Mandela want to thank​

Answer 1

Nelson Mandela wants to thank martyrs of that nation who struggled for freedom but they are no long alive .

that's why he says I am unable to thank them .......

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Answer 2

Answer:

As Mandela says he was 'simply the sum of all African patriots,' he means he can connect with the unparalleled sacrifices of all those noble and brave men who have fought for African people's collective liberty. He was pained not being able to thank them, and not being able to see what their efforts had done.