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.
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Sunday, August 6, 1865
William Fleming left the hospital and joined the men of the 130th as they left Mobile on a boat today, bound for New Orleans. Leaving this afternoon, the trip was made by way of the Mississippi Sound, Grant's Pass and Lake Ponchartrain.