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Mexican Texas (1821–1836)
After gaining independence from Spain, Mexico inherited the vast and sparsely populated territory of Texas, which it joined with Coahuila to form the state of Coahuila y Tejas. To secure the frontier and stimulate the economy, the new government permitted Anglo-American immigration through land grants and empresario contracts. Explore the legal structures, political events, and everyday life in Texas during the Mexican era.
