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The 11-year battle that resulted in Mexico's independence culminated on August 24, 1821. -
established Mexico as a federal republic with a representative government and Catholicism as the official state religion. -
The rebels declared independence and created the Republic of Fredonia, but it collapsed quickly after being confronted by Mexican troops and a militia led by Stephen F. Austin. -
The Mier y Terán report, a 1828 investigation by General Manuel de Mier y Terán, detailed the growing American influence in Texas and warned of potential revolution -
a Mexican law enacted to assert control over Texas by stopping U.S. immigration, enforcing customs duties, and curbing slavery. It also encouraged Mexican settlers to move to Texas and established new military forts.