What party did Peter Van Winkle belong to?

Peter Van Winkle was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of West Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

When did Peter Van Winkle serve in the U.S. Senate?

Peter Van Winkle served in the U.S. Senate from August 4, 1863 to March 3, 1869, representing West Virginia.

When did Peter Van Winkle die?

Peter Van Winkle died on August 15, 1872.

Historical Profile

Peter Van Winkle is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Republican Inactive

Peter Van Winkle

Former U.S. Senator for West Virginia

Biography

Peter Van Winkle (died 1872) was an American politician who represented West Virginia in the United States Senate from August 1863 to March 1869, during the 38th–40th Congresses. Van Winkle served as a Republican. Van Winkle died on August 15, 1872.

Key Information

Full Name: Peter Godwin Van Winkle
Died: August 15, 1872
Term Started: August 4, 1863
Term Ended: March 3, 1869

Service History

Aug 4, 1863 – Mar 3, 1869 38th–40th Congresses Republican West Virginia

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 West Virginia

Shelley Capito

Republican
Jim Justice

Republican

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Van Winkle's service:

Waitman Willey (WV) 1863–1869