What party did James Whitcomb belong to?

James Whitcomb was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Indiana in the U.S. Senate.

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

James Whitcomb served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1849 to October 4, 1852, representing Indiana.

When did James Whitcomb die?

James Whitcomb died on October 4, 1852.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

James Whitcomb

Former U.S. Senator for Indiana

Biography

James Whitcomb (died 1852) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate from December 1849 to October 1852, during the 31st–32nd Congresses. Whitcomb served as a Democrat. Whitcomb died in office on October 4, 1852.

Key Information

Full Name: James Whitcomb
Died: October 4, 1852
Term Started: December 3, 1849
Term Ended: October 4, 1852
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 3, 1849 – Oct 4, 1852 31st–32nd Congresses Democrat 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

Todd Young

Republican
Jim Banks

Republican

Served With

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

Jesse Bright (IN) 1849–1852