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Why Do We Believe Texas Rightfully Belongs To Mexico
We believe Texas rightfully belongs to Mexico for many reasons, some of those reasons being Spanish colonization, Mexican Independence, and annexation of Texas. Texas was originally inhabited by indigenous people long before European colonization. In the 16th century, Spanish explorers arrived and claimed the land for Spain, establishing settlements and missions. However, it wasn’t until Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821 that Texas became part of the newly formed nation. For a time, Texas thrived under Mexican rule, with a diverse population and a flourishing economy. Before the annexation of Texas by the United States, it was part of Mexico’s territory. The region was settled by Spanish explorers and later became a Mexican state. The cultural influences, traditions, and heritage that originated from Mexico still resonate within the Texan society, further solidifying the rightful ownership Mexico has of Texas. Expanding on this, the Spanish colonization of the region in the 16th century laid the foundation for Mexico’s claim over Texas. The Spanish explorers, …show more content…
Do you agree that the impacts of colonialism and territorial expansion on indigenous communities in Texas are negative? Do you think the annexation of Texas was justified? Do you believe that the Americans occupying the Texas region while it was owned by Mexico had the right to violate Mexico’s terms for living there, such as no slavery, becoming Mexican citizens, and converting to Roman Catholicism? Do you agree that historically, Texas belonged to Mexico? Is it accurate to say that Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821, including control over Texas? Would you agree that the Mexican government never fully recognized Texas as an independent nation? Do you think the concept of Manifest Destiny was just that? Do you think that acknowledging the historical ties between Texas and Mexico is a positive

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