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 December 1853 to March 1855, during the 33rd Congress. Pettit served as a Democrat. Pettit died on January 17, 1877.
Key Information
- Full Name: John Pettit
- Died: January 17, 1877
- Term Started: December 5, 1853
- Term Ended: March 3, 1855
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- Dec 5, 1853 – Mar 3, 1855 33rd Congress 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
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Pettit's service:
- Jesse Bright (IN) 1853–1855