Historical Profile
George Pugh is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
George Pugh
Former U.S. Senator for Ohio
Biography
George Pugh (died 1876) was an American politician who represented Ohio in the United States Senate from December 1855 to March 1861, during the 34th–36th Congresses. Pugh served as a Democrat. Pugh died on July 19, 1876.
Key Information
- Full Name: George Ellis Pugh
- Died: July 19, 1876
- 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 Democrat Ohio
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 Ohio
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Pugh's service:
- Salmon Chase (OH) 1855–1861
- Benjamin Wade (OH) 1855–1861