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The "Filibusters"A private army of American volunteers, financed by Louisiana businessmen, who invaded Texas. Were reinforced by Tejano rebels against Spain, the force seized San Antonio, and its leaders proclaimed Texas an independent country. (Although the Spanish eventually crushed the invasion, the episode underscored how weak its hold was.) Stephen F. Austin ()son of Moses Austin, had to renegotiate with the new Mexican government. In 1823, he led 300 families ("The Old 300") to his colony, San Felipe de Austin. The Law of April 6, 1830was passed to address the situation: Immigration to Texas was ended. New tariffs were enacted on trade. New military garrisons were installed. (Texans reacted angrily, claiming these measures violated the 1824 Mexican constitution.) Santa AnnaIn 1832, he emerged as the leader of the opposition to the general then in power. After leading a successful revolt, he engineered his "election" as President in 1833, then seized absolute power as dictator. He enforced the 1830 law with vengeance, placing Texas under military occupation
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