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Invasion of Isle de France
- When
- November 1810
- Where
- Isle de France
British forces launched a successful amphibious operation in November 1810, leading to the occupation of Isle de France.
The invasion was a complicated but successful British amphibious operation launched in November 1810. British troops and ships assembled and reached the rendezvous off Grand Baie early on 29 November despite adverse winds. Bertie's force subsequently occupied Isle de France, renaming it Mauritius; the supplied passages do not confirm a specific surrender date.
Sources
- Invasion of Isle de France Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
- Mauritius campaign of 1809–1811 Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-27
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