USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The political uncertainty made Austin urge for the federal government to be given several months to address the petition. If no action was eventually taken, he advised that Texas residents would form their own state government and essentially declare independence from Coahuila, if not from Mexico.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Anglo-Texans rebelled against the Mexican government because Santa Anna sought to revoke local governance. Prior to 1835, the territory of Tejas was mostly managed by local towns and regional government under the Mexican Constitution.

Detailed explanation-3: -The public treaty provided that hostilities would cease and that Santa Anna would withdraw his forces below the Rio Grande and not take up arms again against Texas. In addition, he also pledged to restore property that had been confiscated by the Mexicans. Both sides promised to exchange prisoners on an equal basis.

Detailed explanation-4: -Texas soldiers took Santa Anna to Velasco so he could sign the treaty, which recognized the independence of Texas. Texas officials then sent Santa Anna back to Mexico via the United States.

Detailed explanation-5: -Austin was selected to go to Mexico City and present the Texans’ petitions to Santa Anna. Austin’s mission seemed to be successful. He persuaded the government to repeal the immigration ban and to agree to consider reforms in the administration of Texas.