What party did Homer Capehart belong to?

Homer Capehart was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Indiana in the U.S. Senate.

When did Homer Capehart serve in the U.S. Senate?

Homer Capehart served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1945 to January 3, 1963, representing Indiana.

When did Homer Capehart die?

Homer Capehart died on September 3, 1979.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Homer Capehart

Former U.S. Senator for Indiana

Biography

Homer Capehart (died 1979) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate from January 1945 to January 1963, during the 79th–87th Congresses. Capehart served as a Republican. Capehart died on September 3, 1979.

Key Information

Full Name: Homer Earl Capehart
Died: September 3, 1979
Term Started: January 3, 1945
Term Ended: January 3, 1963

Service History

Jan 3, 1945 – Jan 3, 1963 79th–87th Congresses Republican Indiana

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 Indiana

Served With

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

Raymond Willis (IN) 1945–1947
William Jenner (IN) 1947–1959
Rupert Hartke (IN) 1959–1963