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 war was quickly turning in the Union's favor. The Union command put together their plan for the capture of Mobile, Alabama and had put all of the troops in place. Orders were issued and the assault would soon begin.
