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.
Tuesday, March 8, 1864
The regiment was up early again this morning, arising at 4 o'clock and marching at 6 o'clock. At noon they stopped just beyond Franklin. They continued on for a few miles and the regiment camped on a large plantation. The soldiers assumed they would start for Alexandria very soon.