What party did Powell Clayton belong to?

Powell Clayton was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Arkansas in the U.S. Senate.

When did Powell Clayton serve in the U.S. Senate?

Powell Clayton served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1871 to March 3, 1877, representing Arkansas.

When did Powell Clayton die?

Powell Clayton died on August 25, 1914.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Powell Clayton

Former U.S. Senator for Arkansas

Biography

Powell Clayton (died 1914) was an American politician who represented Arkansas in the United States Senate from March 1871 to March 1877, during the 42nd–44th Congresses. Clayton served as a Republican. Clayton died on August 25, 1914.

Key Information

Full Name: Powell Clayton
Died: August 25, 1914
Term Started: March 4, 1871
Term Ended: March 3, 1877

Service History

Mar 4, 1871 – Mar 3, 1877 42nd–44th Congresses Republican Arkansas

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 Arkansas

Tom Cotton

Republican
John Boozman

Republican

Served With

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

Benjamin Rice (AR) 1871–1873
Stephen Dorsey (AR) 1873–1877