What party did Benjamin Rice belong to?

Benjamin Rice was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Arkansas in the U.S. Senate.

When did Benjamin Rice serve in the U.S. Senate?

Benjamin Rice served in the U.S. Senate from June 23, 1868 to March 3, 1873, representing Arkansas.

When did Benjamin Rice die?

Benjamin Rice died on January 19, 1905.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Benjamin Rice

Former U.S. Senator for Arkansas

Biography

Benjamin Rice (died 1905) was an American politician who represented Arkansas in the United States Senate from June 1868 to March 1873, during the 40th–42nd Congresses. Rice served as a Republican. Rice died on January 19, 1905.

Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin Franklin Rice
Died: January 19, 1905
Term Started: June 23, 1868
Term Ended: March 3, 1873

Service History

Jun 23, 1868 – Mar 3, 1873 40th–42nd Congresses Republican Arkansas

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 Arkansas

Tom Cotton

Republican
John Boozman

Republican

Served With

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

Alexander McDonald (AR) 1868–1871
Powell Clayton (AR) 1871–1873