What party did Happy Chandler belong to?

Happy Chandler was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

When did Happy Chandler serve in the U.S. Senate?

Happy Chandler served in the U.S. Senate from October 10, 1939 to November 1, 1945, representing Kentucky.

When did Happy Chandler die?

Happy Chandler died on June 15, 1991.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Happy Chandler

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

Happy Chandler (died 1991) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from October 1939 to November 1945, during the 76th–79th Congresses. Chandler served as a Democrat. Chandler died on June 15, 1991.

Key Information

Full Name: Albert Benjamin Chandler
Died: June 15, 1991
Term Started: October 10, 1939
Term Ended: November 1, 1945

Service History

Oct 10, 1939 – Nov 1, 1945 76th–79th Congresses Democrat Kentucky

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 Kentucky

Mitch McConnell

Republican
Rand Paul

Republican

Served With

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

Alben Barkley (KY) 1939–1945