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.
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Monday, July 18, 1864
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.