What party did Richard Oglesby belong to?

Richard Oglesby was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did Richard Oglesby serve in the U.S. Senate?

Richard Oglesby served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1873 to March 3, 1879, representing Illinois.

When did Richard Oglesby die?

Richard Oglesby died on April 24, 1899.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Richard Oglesby

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

Richard Oglesby (died 1899) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from March 1873 to March 1879, during the 43rd–45th Congresses. Oglesby served as a Republican. Oglesby died on April 24, 1899.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard James Oglesby
Died: April 24, 1899
Term Started: March 4, 1873
Term Ended: March 3, 1879

Service History

Mar 4, 1873 – Mar 3, 1879 43rd–45th 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

Dick Durbin

Democrat
Tammy Duckworth

Democrat

Served With

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

John Logan (IL) 1873–1877
David Davis (IL) 1877–1879