From 1823 to 1845, Texas grew from a sparsely settled region of northern Mexico to an independent republic to a state in the American Union. Discuss the reasons for and the major events of this transformation
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Desiring to strengthen its northern territory, Mexico allowed Stephen F. Austin to lead 300 American families into Texas in 1823. By the end of the decade, some 15,000 white Americans and 1,000 slaves had moved to Texas, primarily to raise cotton. Mexican restrictions to curb American influence caused a rebellion in 1835-1836. Sam Houston led the Texas army to victory at San Jacinto and forced Mexico to recognize Texas as independent. Fearful of war with Mexico and agitated by the controversy over slavery, the United States did not annex Texas until 1845.
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