What party did Richard Pettigrew belong to?

Richard Pettigrew was a member of the Silver Republican party and represented the state of South Dakota in the U.S. Senate.

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

Richard Pettigrew served in the U.S. Senate from November 2, 1889 to March 3, 1901, representing South Dakota.

When did Richard Pettigrew die?

Richard Pettigrew died on October 5, 1926.

Historical Profile

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

Silver Republican Inactive

Richard Pettigrew

Former U.S. Senator for South Dakota

Biography

Richard Pettigrew (died 1926) was an American politician who represented South Dakota in the United States Senate from November 1889 to March 1901, during the 51st–56th Congresses. Pettigrew served as a Silver Republican. Pettigrew died on October 5, 1926.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Franklin Pettigrew
Died: October 5, 1926
Term Started: November 2, 1889
Term Ended: March 3, 1901

Service History

Nov 2, 1889 – Mar 3, 1901 51st–56th Congresses Silver Republican South Dakota

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 South Dakota

Served With

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

Gideon Moody (SD) 1889–1891
James Kyle (SD) 1891–1901