What party did Lucius Lamar belong to?

Lucius Lamar was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Mississippi in the U.S. Senate.

When did Lucius Lamar serve in the U.S. Senate?

Lucius Lamar served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1877 to March 6, 1885, representing Mississippi.

When did Lucius Lamar die?

Lucius Lamar died on January 23, 1893.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Lucius Lamar

Former U.S. Senator for Mississippi

Biography

Lucius Lamar (died 1893) was an American politician who represented Mississippi in the United States Senate from March 1877 to March 1885, during the 45th–49th Congresses. Lamar served as a Democrat. Lamar died on January 23, 1893.

Key Information

Full Name: Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar
Died: January 23, 1893
Term Started: March 4, 1877
Term Ended: March 6, 1885

Service History

Mar 4, 1877 – Mar 6, 1885 45th–49th Congresses Democrat Mississippi

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 Mississippi

Cindy Hyde-Smith

Republican
Roger Wicker

Republican

Served With

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

Blanche Bruce (MS) 1877–1881
James George (MS) 1881–1885