In recognition of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, I hope to chronicle the daily life of my great-great grandfather, William Fleming. He served with the 130th Illinois Infantry. I also have a great-great grandfather, William Henry Ellis, who served with the North Carolina Cavalry. Unfortunately, I do not have much information about his service, but perhaps I'll mix in some of his story in when time allows.
At night a line of guards surrounded the camp to provide security, but also to break the men in and enforce discipline. One of the men on guard duty accidentally shot himself in the foot. This was the first gunshot wound in the regiment.
