What party did John Shields belong to?

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

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

John Shields served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1913 to March 3, 1925, representing Tennessee.

When did John Shields die?

John Shields died on September 30, 1934.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Shields

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

John Shields (died 1934) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from March 1913 to March 1925, during the 63rd–68th Congresses. Shields served as a Democrat. Shields died on September 30, 1934.

Key Information

Full Name: John Knight Shields
Died: September 30, 1934
Term Started: March 4, 1913
Term Ended: March 3, 1925

Service History

Mar 4, 1913 – Mar 3, 1925 63rd–68th Congresses Democrat Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Bill Hagerty

Republican
Marsha Blackburn

Republican

Served With

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

Luke Lea (TN) 1913–1917
Kenneth McKellar (TN) 1917–1925