What party did Orville Platt belong to?

Orville Platt was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

When did Orville Platt serve in the U.S. Senate?

Orville Platt served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1879 to April 21, 1905, representing Connecticut.

When did Orville Platt die?

Orville Platt died on April 21, 1905.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Orville Platt

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Orville Platt (died 1905) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from March 1879 to April 1905, during the 46th–59th Congresses. Platt served as a Republican. Platt died in office on April 21, 1905.

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Key Information

Full Name: Orville Hitchcock Platt
Died: April 21, 1905
Term Started: March 4, 1879
Term Ended: April 21, 1905

Service History

Mar 4, 1879 – Apr 21, 1905 46th–59th Congresses Republican Connecticut

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 Connecticut

Served With

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

William Eaton (CT) 1879–1881
Joseph Hawley (CT) 1881–1905
Morgan Bulkeley (CT) 1905