the first Div and all the train came up the Gerrilas watched there chances and charged upon our train at a ungarded point and captured seven or eight of our boys and shot a few mules
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.
Friday, March 24, 1865
The 77th did not move today and stayed in camp. According to William Fleming it was still an eventful day: