What party did Augustus Dodge belong to?

Augustus Dodge was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Iowa in the U.S. Senate.

When did Augustus Dodge serve in the U.S. Senate?

Augustus Dodge served in the U.S. Senate from December 7, 1848 to February 22, 1855, representing Iowa.

When did Augustus Dodge die?

Augustus Dodge died on November 20, 1883.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Augustus Dodge

Former U.S. Senator for Iowa

Biography

Augustus Dodge (died 1883) was an American politician who represented Iowa in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1848 and 1855, between the 30th and 33rd Congresses. Dodge served as a Democrat. Dodge died on November 20, 1883.

Key Information

Full Name: Augustus Caesar Dodge
Died: November 20, 1883
Term Started: March 5, 1849
Term Ended: February 22, 1855
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 7, 1848 – Mar 5, 1849 30th–31st Congresses Democrat Iowa
Mar 5, 1849 – Feb 22, 1855 31st–33rd Congresses Democrat Iowa

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 Iowa

Served With

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

George Jones (IA) 1848–1855