USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Mexico had officially abolished slavery in Texas in 1829, and the desire of Anglo Texans to maintain the institution of chattel slavery in Texas was also a major cause of secession. Colonists and Tejanos disagreed on whether the ultimate goal was independence or a return to the Mexican Constitution of 1824.

Detailed explanation-2: -Their greatest source of discontent, though, was the Mexican government’s 1829 abolition of slavery. Most American settlers were from southern states, and many had brought slaves with them. Mexico tried to accommodate them by maintaining the fiction that the slaves were indentured servants.

Detailed explanation-3: -Texas became a breeding ground for distrust and differences between the U.S. and Mexico. The Mexican government tried to end slavery in the region, impose taxes, and end immigration from the U.S. Engaged in a civil war, the relationship between the Mexican government and the American settlers grew worse.

Detailed explanation-4: -In an attempt to enforce control, the Mexican government tried to force the end of slavery in the region, impose taxes, and end immigration from the United States. Engaged in civil war, the Mexican government struggled to maintain power in the region.