Historical Profile
Oliver Morton is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Republican
Inactive
Oliver Morton
Former U.S. Senator for Indiana
Biography
Oliver Morton (died 1877) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate from March 1867 to November 1877, during the 40th–45th Congresses. Morton served as a Republican. Morton died in office on November 1, 1877.
Key Information
- Full Name: Oliver Hazard Perry Throck Morton
- Died: November 1, 1877
- Term Started: March 4, 1867
- Term Ended: November 1, 1877
Service History
- Mar 4, 1867 – Nov 1, 1877 40th–45th Congresses Republican Indiana
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 Indiana
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Morton's service:
- Thomas Hendricks (IN) 1867–1869
- Daniel Pratt (IN) 1869–1875
- Joseph McDonald (IN) 1875–1877