What party did Pierre Soulé belong to?

Pierre Soulé was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Louisiana in the U.S. Senate.

When did Pierre Soulé serve in the U.S. Senate?

Pierre Soulé served in the U.S. Senate from January 21, 1847 to April 11, 1853, representing Louisiana.

When did Pierre Soulé die?

Pierre Soulé died on March 26, 1870.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Pierre Soulé

Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana

Biography

Pierre Soulé (died 1870) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from December 1847 to April 1853, during the 30th–33rd Congresses. Soulé served as a Democrat. Soulé died on March 26, 1870.

Key Information

Full Name: Pierre Soulé
Died: March 26, 1870
Term Started: December 3, 1849
Term Ended: April 11, 1853
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 6, 1847 – Dec 3, 1849 30th–31st Congresses Democrat Louisiana
Dec 3, 1849 – Apr 11, 1853 31st–33rd Congresses Democrat Louisiana

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 Louisiana

Served With

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

Solomon Downs (LA) 1847–1853
Henry Johnson (LA) 1847–1849