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52 Moments
1835
British government proclaimed abolition of slavery in Mauritius, marking a significant historical event.
1833
1820
Inauguration of the Port Louis Theatre in a celebratory event attended by dignitaries and performers.
1814
Treaty of Paris transfers Mauritius under British rule after signing.
1813
British rename French-controlled island of Île de France as part of colonial rule.
1810
British naval victory in Napoleonic Wars led to British rule in captured territory.
1809
British establish civil government in Mauritius, bringing administrative changes and leadership to the island.
1789
Establishment of Curepipe's Royal College as a boys' secondary school in history.
1778
1772
Evolution of postal service in the country, advancements and growth over the years.
1758
French horticulturist revolutionizes island's agriculture with plant introduction in 1767.
1714
French East India Company established control over Dutch-occupied island: start of French colonization in 1715.
1709
1657
1638
1637
Dutch settlers found a settlement on an island in the 17th century.
1597
Dutch ship arrival led to island named after Prince Maurice of Nassau.
1526
First mention of Mauritius on a map by Diogo Ribeiro in the 16th century.
1511
Portuguese navigator names island after himself in the Indian Ocean.
1506
Portuguese navigator, first European to land on the island.