What party did William Vilas belong to?

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

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

William Vilas served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1891 to March 3, 1897, representing Wisconsin.

When did William Vilas die?

William Vilas died on August 27, 1908.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

William Vilas

Former U.S. Senator for Wisconsin

Biography

William Vilas (died 1908) was an American politician who represented Wisconsin in the United States Senate from March 1891 to March 1897, during the 52nd–54th Congresses. Vilas served as a Democrat. Vilas died on August 27, 1908.

Key Information

Full Name: William Freeman Vilas
Died: August 27, 1908
Term Started: March 4, 1891
Term Ended: March 3, 1897

Service History

Mar 4, 1891 – Mar 3, 1897 52nd–54th Congresses Democrat Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin

Ron Johnson

Republican
Tammy Baldwin

Democrat

Served With

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

Philetus Sawyer (WI) 1891–1893
John Mitchell (WI) 1893–1897