Historical Profile
Orville Browning is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Orville Browning
Former U.S. Senator for Illinois
Biography
Orville Browning (died 1881) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from June 1861 to June 1863, during the 37th–38th Congresses. Browning served as a Republican. Browning died on August 10, 1881.
Key Information
- Full Name: Orville Hickman Browning
- Died: August 10, 1881
- Term Started: June 26, 1861
- Term Ended: June 12, 1863
Service History
- Jun 26, 1861 – Jun 12, 1863 37th–38th Congresses Republican Illinois
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 Illinois
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Browning's service:
- Lyman Trumbull (IL) 1861–1863
- William Richardson (IL) 1863