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Austin often played the role of spokesperson with the Mexican government, sometimes on behalf of colonists who were not part of his settlement. He served as their advocate, even when he disagreed with their opinions. For example, he negotiated for permission to continue slavery in the province of Texas after it was banned by Mexican law. He also served a year in prison for promoting independence for the Texans.
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Who was the first American impresario to bring settlers to Texas?
Stephen Austin was the first American impresario to bring settlers to Texas. He was loyal the the Mexican government until Santa Anna voided the Mexican Constitution and pronounced himself dictator.
Asked Spain to give the US some Texas land and promised to bring in American settlers?
Moses Austin
Who established the first colony of the US settlers in Texas?
Stephen Austin and his father Moses Austin. Moses died before he could establish it so his son finished it for him
What country became concerned about the large number of American settlers in Texas?
Mexico
Under Mexican rule the main appeal Texas held for American settlers was?
california
