What party did John Pettit belong to?

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

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

John Pettit served in the U.S. Senate from January 18, 1853 to March 3, 1855, representing Indiana.

When did John Pettit die?

John Pettit died on January 17, 1877.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Pettit

Former U.S. Senator for Indiana

Biography

John Pettit (died 1877) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate from January 1853 to March 1855, during the 32nd–33rd Congresses. Pettit served as a Democrat. Pettit died on January 17, 1877.

Key Information

Full Name: John Pettit
Died: January 17, 1877
Term Started: January 18, 1853
Term Ended: March 3, 1855

Service History

Jan 18, 1853 – Mar 3, 1855 32nd–33rd 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 Pettit's service:

Jesse Bright (IN) 1853–1855