The day finally arrived, and it was beautiful weather. The 130th Illinois Infantry boarded the steamer “Crescent City” at 9'oclock, and were soon on their way to New Orleans. They said farewell to De Crows Point, Texas.
After 12 miles they reach the open waters of the Gulf. The sea was quiet and, like the regiments that left days earlier, the men of the 130th enjoyed a beautiful cruise. However, they did not know if they were going to New Orleans or directly to Berwick Bay.
