Final answer:
The missions were first, followed by Mexican independence in 1821. Then Stephen F. Austin established his colony the same year, and Martin De Leon's colony came afterwards.
Step-by-step explanation:
The correct chronological order of the events related to the history of Texas is:
- Missions established
- Mexican independence
- Stephen F. Austin's first colony
- Martin De Leon established a colony in Texas
The missions in Texas were established by the Spanish as early as the 1700s. After the Spanish rule, the region known as Texas became a part of Mexico when Mexico gained its independence from Spain in 1821. Following the independence, Stephen F.
Austin led 300 families into Texas in 1821, starting the first significant influx of Anglo settlers into the territory. Subsequently, Martin De Leon established his colony in Texas, bringing more settlers into the region.