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.
Monday, October 19, 1863
The men of the 130th enjoyed the October days spent at New Iberia. The weather was mild and delightful. The foraging parties found plenty of honey, sweet potatoes, chickens and turkeys. Milk was also plentiful - procured from the local inhabitants. They also enjoyed pecans and the oranges that were ripening in the orchards.