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 beautiful weather continued. The regiment still had no orders to march.
Some of the men went foraging in the country. They came back with molasses and sugar. They made cakes out of flour and poured the molasses on top for a tasty meal.
