What party did Roscoe Conkling belong to?

Roscoe Conkling was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of New York in the U.S. Senate.

When did Roscoe Conkling serve in the U.S. Senate?

Roscoe Conkling served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1867 to May 16, 1881, representing New York.

When did Roscoe Conkling die?

Roscoe Conkling died on April 18, 1888.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Roscoe Conkling

Former U.S. Senator for New York

Biography

Roscoe Conkling (died 1888) was an American politician who represented New York in the United States Senate from March 1867 to May 1881, during the 40th–47th Congresses. Conkling served as a Republican. Conkling died on April 18, 1888.

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Key Information

Full Name: Roscoe Conkling
Died: April 18, 1888
Term Started: March 4, 1867
Term Ended: May 16, 1881

Service History

Mar 4, 1867 – May 16, 1881 40th–47th Congresses Republican New York

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 New York

Served With

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

Edwin Morgan (NY) 1867–1869
Reuben Fenton (NY) 1869–1875
Francis Kernan (NY) 1875–1881