What party did Knute Nelson belong to?

Knute Nelson was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Minnesota in the U.S. Senate.

When did Knute Nelson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Knute Nelson served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1895 to April 28, 1923, representing Minnesota.

When did Knute Nelson die?

Knute Nelson died on April 28, 1923.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Knute Nelson

Former U.S. Senator for Minnesota

Biography

Knute Nelson (died 1923) was an American politician who represented Minnesota in the United States Senate from March 1895 to April 1923, during the 54th–68th Congresses. Nelson served as a Republican. Nelson died in office on April 28, 1923.

Key Information

Full Name: Knute Nelson
Died: April 28, 1923
Term Started: March 4, 1895
Term Ended: April 28, 1923

Service History

Mar 4, 1895 – Apr 28, 1923 54th–68th Congresses Republican Minnesota

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 Minnesota

Served With

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

Cushman Davis (MN) 1895–1900
Charles Towne (MN) 1900–1901
Moses Clapp (MN) 1901–1917
Frank Kellogg (MN) 1917–1923
Henrik Shipstead (MN) 1923