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.
Wednesday, November 18, 1863
About this time another change was made in the Division. As now arranged the 1st Brigade was commanded by Colonel W. J. Landram, and consisted of the 19th Kentucky, the 83rd and 96th Ohio, and the 60th and 67th Indiana Regiments, and the 17th Ohio Battery. The 2nd Brigade, commanded by Colonel D. P. Grier, consisted of the 77th, 97th and 130th Illinois and the 48th Ohio Regiments, and the Mercantile Battery of Chicago.