What party did Charles Durkee belong to?

Charles Durkee was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Wisconsin in the U.S. Senate.

When did Charles Durkee serve in the U.S. Senate?

Charles Durkee served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1855 to March 3, 1861, representing Wisconsin.

When did Charles Durkee die?

Charles Durkee died on January 14, 1870.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Charles Durkee

Former U.S. Senator for Wisconsin

Biography

Charles Durkee (died 1870) was an American politician who represented Wisconsin in the United States Senate from December 1855 to March 1861, during the 34th–36th Congresses. Durkee served as a Republican. Durkee died on January 14, 1870.

Key Information

Full Name: Charles Durkee
Died: January 14, 1870
Term Started: December 3, 1855
Term Ended: March 3, 1861
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 3, 1855 – Mar 3, 1861 34th–36th Congresses Republican Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin

Served With

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

Henry Dodge (WI) 1855–1857
James Doolittle (WI) 1857–1861