Motherland (anthem)

Motherland
Coat of arms of Mauritius
National anthem of Mauritius
LyricsJean-Georges Prosper
MusicJoseph Philippe Gentil
Adopted1968
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U.S. Navy Band instrumental version
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"Motherland" is the national anthem of Mauritius. The music was composed by Philippe Gentil, and the English lyrics were written by Jean-Georges Prosper. The anthem is short and briefly describes the luscious landscape of Mauritius. It also mentions the qualities of its people: peace, justice and liberty.

The national anthem was first played during the first Independence Day on 12 March 1968.

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