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Discovering Our Past: Important Events and History in Mauritius

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This activity will help pupils learn about important events in Mauritian history. Learners will explore the railway, the sugar industry, Port Louis harbour, royal visits, and Independence. They will learn about key dates and how life in Mauritius changed over time. This will helps pupil understand how the past shaped the Mauritius we know today.

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This activity will help pupils learn about important events in Mauritian history. Learners will explore the railway, the sugar industry, Port Louis harbour, royal visits, and Independence. They will learn about key dates and how life in Mauritius changed over time. This will helps pupil understand how the past shaped the Mauritius we know today.

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Ox cart carrying sugarcane

In the 19th century (1800s), ox carts were widely used on sugar estates in Mauritius to transport freshly cut sugarcane from the fields to the sugar factories.


At that time, the sugar industry was the main economic activity of the island. The carts were pulled by strong oxen and moved slowly along dirt roads and estate tracks.


This method of transport was important before the development of railways in 1864 and later before motor vehicles became common. Ox carts played a key role in supporting the growth of the sugar industry during the British period.

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Steam train in Mauritius- 1864- 1964

The first railway line was operational in 1864 during British rule and the first train travelled from Port Louis to Grand River North West.

Later, the railway network expanded across the island and about 50 railway stations were built in different towns and villages, including Curepipe and Mahébourg. The steam train helped to transport sugar from estates to the port and also carried passengers.

The railway system worked for about 100 years before it closed in 1964 because road transport became more popular and cheaper.

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Independence of Mauritius- 12 March 1968

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Mauritius became independent on 12 March 1968 after being a British colony since 1810. Before Independence, general elections were held in 1967 where the majority voted in favour of independence.


Important political leaders such as Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam played a key role in negotiating with the British government for self-rule.


The Independence ceremony took place at Champ de Mars in Port Louis. The British flag (Union Jack) was lowered, and the new Mauritian flag was raised for the first time while the national anthem was played.


After Independence, Mauritius became a sovereign democratic state within the Commonwealth, meaning it could make its own laws and decisions.


This event marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of Mauritius, giving the country political freedom and control over its future development.

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Royal visit in Mauritius- Queen Elizabeth II in 1972

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Queen Elizabeth II visited Mauritius in 1972, four years after Independence (1968). At that time, she was still the Head of State of Mauritius. She came as part of a royal tour of the Commonwealth.

During her visit, she attended official ceremonies, met Mauritian leaders, and greeted large crowds who came to see her. The visit was important because it showed the good relationship between Mauritius and the United Kingdom after Independence.

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Port Louis- The capital of Mauritius

Port Louis became the capital of Mauritius during the French period in 1735 under Governor Mahé de Labourdonnais. It developed as the main administrative and commercial centre of the island. Many important buildings, warehouses and government offices were built there. Port Louis was also the centre of trade and business.


The harbour of Port Louis was very important for trade. Ships from Europe, Africa and Asia stopped there to load and unload goods. During the 18th and 19th centuries, sugar was exported from this harbour to other countries. The harbour helped Mauritius to become an important trading island in the Indian Ocean.


Caudan Waterfront was originally part of the old harbour area with warehouses and docks used for storing goods like sugar and spices. It was a busy commercial port area. In the 1990s, the place was modernised and transformed into a shopping and leisure area, but in the past it was mainly used for trade and shipping activities.
 
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