What party did Charles Townsend belong to?

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

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

Charles Townsend served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1911 to March 3, 1923, representing Michigan.

When did Charles Townsend die?

Charles Townsend died on August 3, 1924.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Charles Townsend

Former U.S. Senator for Michigan

Biography

Charles Townsend (died 1924) was an American politician who represented Michigan in the United States Senate from March 1911 to March 1923, during the 62nd–67th Congresses. Townsend served as a Republican. Townsend died on August 3, 1924.

Key Information

Full Name: Charles Elroy Townsend
Died: August 3, 1924
Term Started: March 4, 1911
Term Ended: March 3, 1923

Service History

Mar 4, 1911 – Mar 3, 1923 62nd–67th Congresses Republican Michigan

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 Michigan

Served With

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

William Smith (MI) 1911–1919
Truman Newberry (MI) 1919–1922
James Couzens (MI) 1922–1923