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, August 1, 1864
Back in Morganza (New Orleans) the men of the 130th Illinois Infantry were expecting orders at anytime. Just two days ago, on July 30th, the Illinois 77th Infantry Regiment left aboard the steamboat St. Charles on their way to Mobile Bay in Alabama. The 130th expected to follow them or go to Pensacola, Florida.