What party did John Breckinridge belong to?

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

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

John Breckinridge served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1861 to December 4, 1861, representing Kentucky.

When did John Breckinridge die?

John Breckinridge died on May 17, 1875.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Breckinridge

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

John Breckinridge (died 1875) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from March 1861 to December 1861, during the 37th Congress. Breckinridge served as a Democrat. Breckinridge died on May 17, 1875.

Key Information

Full Name: John Cabell Breckinridge
Died: May 17, 1875
Term Started: March 4, 1861
Term Ended: December 4, 1861

Service History

Mar 4, 1861 – Dec 4, 1861 37th Congress 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

Mitch McConnell

Republican
Rand Paul

Republican

Served With

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

Lazarus Powell (KY) 1861