Mauritius has never been a major destination for Irish immigrants, but Irish people have made their mark in its annals. During the infancy of Isle de France, several descendants of the “Wild Geese” arrived as hired hands, settlers, sailors, soldiers or chaplains. This ground-breaking study reveals the strong links between Ireland and Mauritius over the centuries; it highlights the major contribution made by prominent individuals and communities to the cultural, educational, political and social development of the “rainbow nation”.