What party did Lazarus Powell belong to?

Lazarus Powell was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

When did Lazarus Powell serve in the U.S. Senate?

Lazarus Powell served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1859 to March 3, 1865, representing Kentucky.

When did Lazarus Powell die?

Lazarus Powell died on July 3, 1867.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Lazarus Powell

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

Lazarus Powell (died 1867) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from March 1859 to March 1865, during the 36th–38th Congresses. Powell served as a Democrat. Powell died on July 3, 1867.

Key Information

Full Name: Lazarus Whitehead Powell
Died: July 3, 1867
Term Started: March 4, 1859
Term Ended: March 3, 1865

Service History

Mar 4, 1859 – Mar 3, 1865 36th–38th Congresses Democrat 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 Powell's service:

John Crittenden (KY) 1859–1861
John Breckinridge (KY) 1861
Garrett Davis (KY) 1861–1865