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 or near their quarters all day today. They received orders assigning the regiment to special duty here at Lake Port, guarding U.S. ships running to and from Fort Morgan and Pensacola Bay.
