Historical Profile
Franklin Elmore is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
Franklin Elmore
Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina
Biography
Franklin Elmore (died 1850) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from January 1850 to March 1851, during the 31st Congress. Elmore served as a Democrat. Elmore died in office on May 29, 1850.
Key Information
- Full Name: Franklin Harper Elmore
- Died: May 29, 1850
- Term Started: January 1, 1850
- Term Ended: March 3, 1851
- Senate Class: Class II
Service History
- Jan 1, 1850 – Mar 3, 1851 31st Congress Democrat South Carolina
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 South Carolina
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Elmore's service:
- Robert Barnwell (SC) 1850–1851
- Andrew Butler (SC) 1850–1851
- John Calhoun (SC) 1850–1851
- Robert Rhett (SC) 1850–1851