What party did John Pope belong to?

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

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

John Pope served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1807 to March 3, 1813, representing Kentucky.

When did John Pope die?

John Pope died on July 12, 1845.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

John Pope

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

John Pope (died 1845) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from October 1807 to March 1813, during the 10th–12th Congresses. Pope served as a Republican. Pope died on July 12, 1845.

Key Information

Full Name: John Pope
Died: July 12, 1845
Term Started: October 26, 1807
Term Ended: March 3, 1813
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Oct 26, 1807 – Mar 3, 1813 10th–12th Congresses Republican 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 Pope's service:

Henry Clay (KY) 1807–1813
Buckner Thurston (KY) 1807–1809
George Bibb (KY) 1811–1813