What is the maximum area granted to single men under the provisions of the Colonization Act of 1823?

Under the Colonization Act of 1823, the maximum area granted to single men was 1/4 league. The act aimed to encourage settlement in Texas by granting land to individuals who would bring their families and settle the land. For single men, the allotment was less than that of married individuals, recognizing that married settlers would generally bring more dependents and contribute to the population and cultivation of the land. The 1/4 league allocation was designed to provide a manageable tract for individuals who were not bringing a family, while still incentivizing settlement and development. This structure supported the broader goals of the act by encouraging a diverse demographic to settle the region.