What party did Stephen Douglas belong to?

Stephen Douglas was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did Stephen Douglas serve in the U.S. Senate?

Stephen Douglas served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1847 to June 3, 1861, representing Illinois.

When did Stephen Douglas die?

Stephen Douglas died on June 3, 1861.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Stephen Douglas

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

Stephen Douglas (died 1861) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from March 1847 to June 1861, during the 30th–37th Congresses. Douglas served as a Democrat. Douglas died in office on June 3, 1861.

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Key Information

Full Name: Stephen Arnold Douglas
Died: June 3, 1861
Term Started: March 4, 1847
Term Ended: June 3, 1861

Service History

Mar 4, 1847 – Jun 3, 1861 30th–37th Congresses Democrat 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

Served With

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

Sidney Breese (IL) 1847–1849
James Shields (IL) 1849–1855
Lyman Trumbull (IL) 1855–1861