What party did Nelson Aldrich belong to?

Nelson Aldrich was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

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

Nelson Aldrich served in the U.S. Senate from October 5, 1881 to March 3, 1911, representing Rhode Island.

When did Nelson Aldrich die?

Nelson Aldrich died on April 16, 1915.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Nelson Aldrich

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Biography

Nelson Aldrich (died 1915) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from October 1881 to March 1911, during the 47th–61st Congresses. Aldrich served as a Republican. Aldrich died on April 16, 1915.

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Key Information

Full Name: Nelson Wilmarth Aldrich
Died: April 16, 1915
Term Started: October 5, 1881
Term Ended: March 3, 1911

Service History

Oct 5, 1881 – Mar 3, 1911 47th–61st Congresses Republican Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Served With

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

Henry Anthony (RI) 1881–1884
William Sheffield (RI) 1884–1885
Jonathan Chace (RI) 1885–1889
Nathan Dixon (RI) 1889–1895
George Wetmore (RI) 1895–1911