James Harlan

Biography

James Harlan (died 1899) was an American politician who represented Iowa in the United States Senate from December 1855 to March 1873, during the 34th–42nd Congresses. Harlan served as a Republican. Harlan died on October 5, 1899.

Key Information

• Full Name: James Harlan
• Died: October 5, 1899
• Term Started: March 4, 1867
• Term Ended: March 3, 1873
• Senate Class: Class III

Service History

• Dec 3, 1855 – Jul 4, 1861 34th–37th Congresses Republican Iowa
• Jul 4, 1861 – Mar 4, 1867 37th–39th Congresses Republican Iowa
• Mar 4, 1867 – Mar 3, 1873 40th–42nd Congresses Republican Iowa

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.