Historical Profile
James Morehead is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Whig
Inactive
James Morehead
Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky
Biography
James Morehead (died 1854) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from May 1841 to March 1847, during the 27th–29th Congresses. Morehead served as a Whig. Morehead died on December 28, 1854.
Key Information
- Full Name: James Turner Morehead
- Died: December 28, 1854
- Term Started: May 31, 1841
- Term Ended: March 3, 1847
- Senate Class: Class II
Service History
- May 31, 1841 – Mar 3, 1847 27th–29th Congresses Whig Kentucky
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 Kentucky
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Morehead's service:
- Henry Clay (KY) 1841–1847
- John Crittenden (KY) 1841–1847