Historical Profile
Thomas Sterling is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Thomas Sterling
Former U.S. Senator for South Dakota
Biography
Thomas Sterling (died 1930) was an American politician who represented South Dakota in the United States Senate from March 1913 to March 1925, during the 63rd–68th Congresses. Sterling served as a Republican. Sterling died on August 26, 1930.
Key Information
- Full Name: Thomas Sterling
- Died: August 26, 1930
- Term Started: March 4, 1913
- Term Ended: March 3, 1925
Service History
- Mar 4, 1913 – Mar 3, 1925 63rd–68th Congresses 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 Sterling's service:
- Coe Crawford (SD) 1913–1915
- Edwin Johnson (SD) 1915–1921
- Peter Norbeck (SD) 1921–1925