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NameJames Turner Morehead
PositionSenator
StateKentucky
PartyWhig
StatusFormer Representative
Term StartMay 31, 1841
Term EndMarch 3, 1847
Terms Served1
BornMay 24, 1797
GenderMale
Bioguide IDM000938
Senator James Turner Morehead
James Turner Morehead served as a senator for Kentucky (1841-1847).

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James Turner Morehead, born May 24, 1797, was an American politician who served as a Senator from Kentucky in the United States Congress from 1841 to 1847. A member of the Whig Party, Morehead served 1 term in the U.S. Senate.

Congressional Career

James Turner Morehead was elected to the United States Senate as a member of the Whig Party, representing Kentucky. Morehead served from 1841-05-31 to 1847-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 1 term in office.

During this period of American history, Morehead participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of the people of Kentucky. As a Whig Party member, Morehead’s legislative work reflected the political priorities and values of the party’s constituency during this era.

Legacy

James Turner Morehead’s service in Congress contributed to the legislative history of Kentucky and the broader history of the United States. As a Whig Party senator from Kentucky, Morehead played a role in the governance of the nation during a formative period in American political life.