What party did Allen Caperton belong to?

Allen Caperton was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of West Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

When did Allen Caperton serve in the U.S. Senate?

Allen Caperton served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1875 to July 26, 1876, representing West Virginia.

When did Allen Caperton die?

Allen Caperton died on July 26, 1876.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Allen Caperton

Former U.S. Senator for West Virginia

Biography

Allen Caperton (died 1876) was an American politician who represented West Virginia in the United States Senate from March 1875 to July 1876, during the 44th Congress. Caperton served as a Democrat. Caperton died in office on July 26, 1876.

Key Information

Full Name: Allen Taylor Caperton
Died: July 26, 1876
Term Started: March 4, 1875
Term Ended: July 26, 1876

Service History

Mar 4, 1875 – Jul 26, 1876 44th Congress Democrat West Virginia

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 West Virginia

Shelley Capito

Republican
Jim Justice

Republican

Served With

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

Henry Davis (WV) 1875–1876