What party did Alfred Benson belong to?

Alfred Benson was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Kansas in the U.S. Senate.

When did Alfred Benson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Alfred Benson served in the U.S. Senate from June 11, 1906 to January 23, 1907, representing Kansas.

When did Alfred Benson die?

Alfred Benson died on January 1, 1916.

Historical Profile

Alfred Benson is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Republican Inactive

Alfred Benson

Former U.S. Senator for Kansas

Biography

Alfred Benson (died 1916) was an American politician who represented Kansas in the United States Senate from June 1906 to January 1907, during the 59th Congress. Benson served as a Republican. Benson died on January 1, 1916.

Key Information

Full Name: Alfred Washburn Benson
Died: January 1, 1916
Term Started: June 11, 1906
Term Ended: January 23, 1907

Service History

Jun 11, 1906 – Jan 23, 1907 59th Congress Republican Kansas

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Kansas

Roger Marshall

Republican
Jerry Moran

Republican

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Benson's service:

Chester Long (KS) 1906–1907