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.
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Thursday, August 13, 1863
The 130th Illinois Infantry was ordered to New Orleans today. Over the next several days the regiment made preparations and then had an uneventful riverboat ride down the Mississippi River.