What party did Francis Blair, Jr. belong to?

Francis Blair, Jr. was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Missouri in the U.S. Senate.

When did Francis Blair, Jr. serve in the U.S. Senate?

Francis Blair, Jr. served in the U.S. Senate from January 20, 1871 to March 3, 1873, representing Missouri.

When did Francis Blair, Jr. die?

Francis Blair, Jr. died on July 8, 1875.

Historical Profile

Francis Blair, Jr. is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Francis Blair, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for Missouri

Biography

Francis Blair, Jr. (died 1875) was an American politician who represented Missouri in the United States Senate from March 1871 to March 1873, during the 42nd Congress. Blair served as a Democrat. Blair died on July 8, 1875.

Key Information

Full Name: Francis Preston Blair, Jr.
Died: July 8, 1875
Term Started: March 4, 1871
Term Ended: March 3, 1873
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Mar 4, 1871 – Mar 3, 1873 42nd Congress Democrat Missouri

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 Missouri

Eric Schmitt

Republican
Josh Hawley

Republican

Served With

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

Carl Schurz (MO) 1871–1873