What party did James Cooper belong to?

James Cooper was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Pennsylvania in the U.S. Senate.

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

James Cooper served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1849 to March 3, 1855, representing Pennsylvania.

When did James Cooper die?

James Cooper died on March 28, 1863.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

James Cooper

Former U.S. Senator for Pennsylvania

Biography

James Cooper (died 1863) was an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States Senate from March 1849 to March 1855, during the 31st–33rd Congresses. Cooper served as a Whig. Cooper died on March 28, 1863.

Key Information

Full Name: James Cooper
Died: March 28, 1863
Term Started: March 4, 1849
Term Ended: March 3, 1855

Service History

Mar 4, 1849 – Mar 3, 1855 31st–33rd Congresses Whig Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania

John Fetterman

Democrat
David McCormick

Republican

Served With

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

Daniel Sturgeon (PA) 1849–1851
Richard Brodhead (PA) 1851–1855