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.
Back in the Louisiana, the 130th Illinois Infantry Regiment was inspected by Captain Wilkin. They then received orders to be ready to go to Algiers at a moments warning. The men had grown accustomed to camp life and did not like the idea of a move.
