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Why did Texans declare independence from Mexico in 1836​

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Slavery was against Mexican law, but Americans brought slaves to Texas. Many American settlers and Tejanos, or Mexicans who lived in Texas, wanted to break away from Mexico. They did not like laws made by Santa Anna, Mexico's president. ... After this, Texans declared independence and formed the Republic of Texas.

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