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.
The Western Louisiana Campaign came to an end today. All of the regiments in the Division, including the 130th regiment, received orders to return to New Orleans.
The soldiers of the 130th left today and started marching back along the Bayou Teche.
