What party did William Bate belong to?

William Bate was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

When did William Bate serve in the U.S. Senate?

William Bate served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1887 to March 9, 1905, representing Tennessee.

When did William Bate die?

William Bate died on March 9, 1905.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

William Bate

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

William Bate (died 1905) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from March 1887 to March 1905, during the 50th–59th Congresses. Bate served as a Democrat. Bate died in office on March 9, 1905.

Key Information

Full Name: William Brimage Bate
Died: March 9, 1905
Term Started: March 4, 1887
Term Ended: March 9, 1905

Service History

Mar 4, 1887 – Mar 9, 1905 50th–59th Congresses Democrat Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Bill Hagerty

Republican
Marsha Blackburn

Republican

Served With

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

Isham Harris (TN) 1887–1897
Thomas Turley (TN) 1897–1901
Edward Carmack (TN) 1901–1905