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Mauritius

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British government proclaimed abolition of slavery in Mauritius, marking a significant historical event.
Arrival of 36,000 Indian indentured laborers shapes Mauritius' history and culture.
Establishment of social and recreational Gymkhana Club for community leisure and interaction opportunities.
Inauguration of the Port Louis Theatre in a celebratory event attended by dignitaries and performers.
Treaty of Paris transfers Mauritius under British rule after signing.
British rename French-controlled island of Île de France as part of colonial rule.
Mauritius transitions to British colonial rule.
British naval victory in Napoleonic Wars led to British rule in captured territory.
British establish civil government in Mauritius, bringing administrative changes and leadership to the island.
Establishment of Curepipe's Royal College as a boys' secondary school in history.
Prosperity under Governor Vicomte de Souillac: Policies enhance economy and infrastructure in Mauritius.
Evolution of postal service in the country, advancements and growth over the years.
French horticulturist revolutionizes island's agriculture with plant introduction in 1767.
French East India Company established control over Dutch-occupied island: start of French colonization in 1715.
Dutch departure from the island, leaving it behind.
Dutch settlement demise from cyclones and attacks leading to abandonment.
Dutch initiated sugar cane plantations in Mauritius, leaving a lasting impact on its economy.
Dutch settlers found a settlement on an island in the 17th century.
Dutch ship arrival led to island named after Prince Maurice of Nassau.
First mention of Mauritius on a map by Diogo Ribeiro in the 16th century.
Portuguese navigator names island after himself in the Indian Ocean.
Portuguese navigator, first European to land on the island.
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