Seems that the U.S. Government is still charging us to pay off debts incurred in the Spanish American War from 1898.

Bet you don't feel so bad now, huh?

This article will show you how to apply for a rebate for these taxes.  There are two ways to go: (1) The lazy way for a maximum of $60 with more than three dependants or (2) The actual fees you've paid over a period of time, which could result is as much as a $300 rebate.