What party did James Blaine belong to?

James Blaine was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Maine in the U.S. Senate.

When did James Blaine serve in the U.S. Senate?

James Blaine served in the U.S. Senate from July 10, 1876 to March 5, 1881, representing Maine.

When did James Blaine die?

James Blaine died on January 27, 1893.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

James Blaine

Former U.S. Senator for Maine

Biography

James Blaine (died 1893) was an American politician who represented Maine in the United States Senate from July 1876 to March 1881, during the 44th–47th Congresses. Blaine served as a Republican. Blaine died on January 27, 1893.

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Key Information

Full Name: James Gillespie Blaine
Died: January 27, 1893
Term Started: March 5, 1877
Term Ended: March 5, 1881
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Jul 10, 1876 – Mar 5, 1877 44th–45th Congresses Republican Maine
Mar 5, 1877 – Mar 5, 1881 45th–47th Congresses Republican Maine

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 Maine

Served With

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

Hannibal Hamlin (ME) 1876–1881