Historical Profile
Benjamin Shively is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
Benjamin Shively
Former U.S. Senator for Indiana
Biography
Benjamin Shively (died 1916) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate from March 1909 to March 1916, during the 61st–64th Congresses. Shively served as a Democrat. Shively died in office on March 14, 1916.
Key Information
- Full Name: Benjamin Franklin Shively
- Died: March 14, 1916
- Term Started: March 4, 1909
- Term Ended: March 14, 1916
Service History
- Mar 4, 1909 – Mar 14, 1916 61st–64th Congresses Democrat Indiana
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 Indiana
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Shively's service:
- Albert Beveridge (IN) 1909–1911
- John Kern (IN) 1911–1916