Mexico was concerned with Anglo-American immigration because the immigrants brought slaves, and Mexico was a free nation.

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This statement is true. Mexico abolished slavery in 1829, and was opposed to the idea of American settlers bringing slaves into their territory. The issue of slavery played a significant role in the tensions between Mexico and the United States leading up to the Mexican-American War.

Mexico Was Concerned with Anglo-American Immigration Because the Immigrants Brought