John Calvin and the Catholic Church had some similar, but different beliefs.
Differences:
Calvinism: There was belief of predestination. This is when God elects if you will be in heaven or hell from the beginning. Your actions later on in life will not change the decision.
Catholicism: Salvation could be gained from indulgences. That means you will have to do something to get rid of your sins if you have any.
Similarities:
Both believe that the Bible is an important source of doctrine and truth.
<span>The Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863 that abolished slavery in all states including those in the Confederacy. It is still an important document today because it finally removed the practice of slavery in America. Never again would people be bought or sold like property and it also defined that all people were equal and that no one had the right to enslave another. General Order 143 that enabled slaves and free blacks to enlist in the Union Army during the Civil War. The color regiments performed well and President praised these men for their sacrifice in winning the war. It is still relevant today , we judge not by their color but how well they perform and how committed they are to the cause at hand.</span>
Declare war, appoint military officers, sign treaties, make alliances, and appoint foreign ambassadors.
As the war dragged on, the Union's advantages in factories, railroads, and manpower put the Confederacy at a great disadvantage.
