...there was great rejoicing, but after investigation the commander decided that the 130th boys would not go out under this order and it created much excitement but the 77 boys seem to be jubilant
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.
Tuesday, June 6, 1865
Today the troops in Mobile received an order that all troops whose service expired on or before October 1st would be immediately mustered out. William Fleming noted: