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aug 5, 1861 - Congress passes Revenue Act of 1861

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Congress passes the Revenue Act of 1861 in an attempt to gain money to help pay war expenses. This act included tax on personal incomes and expenses of citizens. Many people were outraged by this and considered the act unconstitutional.

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aug 5, 1861
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~ 164 years ago