Answer:
The surrounding populations were hostile around Nacogdoches There were many hostile Native American tribes to the north and west of the area Edwards was settling. Also, the Austin colonies were to the south which contributed to the hostile situation.. In addition, the region to the east was unclaimed territory(between Mexico and United States) and it became a place for fugitives, thieves, and other criminals to hide out in.
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