What party did Harry Byrd belong to?

Harry Byrd was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

When did Harry Byrd serve in the U.S. Senate?

Harry Byrd served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1933 to November 10, 1965, representing Virginia.

When did Harry Byrd die?

Harry Byrd died on October 20, 1966.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Harry Byrd

Former U.S. Senator for Virginia

Biography

Harry Byrd (died 1966) was an American politician who represented Virginia in the United States Senate from March 1933 to November 1965, during the 73rd–89th Congresses. Byrd served as a Democrat. Byrd died on October 20, 1966.

Key Information

Full Name: Harry Flood Byrd
Died: October 20, 1966
Term Started: March 4, 1933
Term Ended: November 10, 1965

Service History

Mar 4, 1933 – Nov 10, 1965 73rd–89th Congresses Democrat Virginia

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 Virginia

Mark Warner

Democrat
Tim Kaine

Democrat

Served With

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

Carter Glass (VA) 1933–1946
Thomas Burch (VA) 1946
Absalom Robertson (VA) 1946–1965