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 weather continued to be dusty and unpleasant. Nearly the entire 4th division had been ordered to the front. Those few left behind in camp anticipate they will be ordered to go, too. Things looked very bleak for the Union army.
