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 regiment stayed in camp all day, as a bridge was down. They had to wait for a new one to be built. Rebel deserters came into their camp and reported the Confederate forces were ten miles ahead and retreating.
