What party did Edgar Cowan belong to?

Edgar Cowan was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Pennsylvania in the U.S. Senate.

When did Edgar Cowan serve in the U.S. Senate?

Edgar Cowan served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1861 to March 3, 1867, representing Pennsylvania.

When did Edgar Cowan die?

Edgar Cowan died on August 31, 1885.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Edgar Cowan

Former U.S. Senator for Pennsylvania

Biography

Edgar Cowan (died 1885) was an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States Senate from March 1861 to March 1867, during the 37th–39th Congresses. Cowan served as a Republican. Cowan died on August 31, 1885.

Key Information

Full Name: Edgar Cowan
Died: August 31, 1885
Term Started: March 4, 1861
Term Ended: March 3, 1867

Service History

Mar 4, 1861 – Mar 3, 1867 37th–39th Congresses Republican Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania

John Fetterman

Democrat
David McCormick

Republican

Served With

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

David Wilmot (PA) 1861–1863
Charles Buckalew (PA) 1863–1867