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.
At sun-up the 130th Illinois, still aboard the "Crescent City" made their way to toward Berwick. The steamer covered the nearly 50 miles and arrived about noon. The regiment went into camp on opposite Brashear City.
