What party did Blanche Bruce belong to?

Blanche Bruce was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Mississippi in the U.S. Senate.

When did Blanche Bruce serve in the U.S. Senate?

Blanche Bruce served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1875 to March 3, 1881, representing Mississippi.

When did Blanche Bruce die?

Blanche Bruce died on March 17, 1898.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Blanche Bruce

Former U.S. Senator for Mississippi

Biography

Blanche Bruce (died 1898) was an American politician who represented Mississippi in the United States Senate from March 1875 to March 1881, during the 44th–46th Congresses. Bruce served as a Republican. Bruce died on March 17, 1898.

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Key Information

Full Name: Blanche Kelso Bruce
Died: March 17, 1898
Term Started: March 4, 1875
Term Ended: March 3, 1881

Service History

Mar 4, 1875 – Mar 3, 1881 44th–46th Congresses Republican Mississippi

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 Mississippi

Served With

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

James Alcorn (MS) 1875–1877
Lucius Lamar (MS) 1877–1881