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On This Day: American Civil War: In order to help pay for the war effort, the United States... (1861)
Source: Today in History (history.muffinlabs.com) - CC BY-SA 3.065 words
On August 5, 1861: American Civil War: In order to help pay for the war effort, the United States government levies the first income tax as part of the Revenue Act of 1861 (3% of all incomes over US$800; rescinded in 1872).
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership, discovery.
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