What party did John Beckham belong to?

John Beckham was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

When did John Beckham serve in the U.S. Senate?

John Beckham served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1915 to March 3, 1921, representing Kentucky.

When did John Beckham die?

John Beckham died on January 9, 1940.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Beckham

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

John Beckham (died 1940) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from March 1915 to March 1921, during the 64th–66th Congresses. Beckham served as a Democrat. Beckham died on January 9, 1940.

Key Information

Full Name: John Crepps Wickliffe Beckham
Died: January 9, 1940
Term Started: March 4, 1915
Term Ended: March 3, 1921

Service History

Mar 4, 1915 – Mar 3, 1921 64th–66th Congresses Democrat 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 Beckham's service:

Ollie James (KY) 1915–1918
George Martin (KY) 1918–1919
Augustus Stanley (KY) 1919–1921