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 siege on Spanish Fort continued today, according to William Fleming.
all seems quiet to day except on the skirmish line they keep up a brisk fire and the mortar batteries on our right and left throwing in a shell occasionly
