United States Senator Directory

Peter Godwin Van Winkle

Peter Godwin Van Winkle served as a senator for West Virginia (1863-1869).

Republican
West Virginia
Former

West Virginia

Role Senator

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State West Virginia

Representing constituents across the West Virginia delegation.

Service period 1863-1869

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Peter Godwin Van Winkle served as a Senator from West Virginia in the United States Congress from 1863 to 1869. A member of the Republican Party, Peter Godwin Van Winkle contributed to the legislative process during 1 term in office.

Peter Godwin Van Winkle’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the Senate, Peter Godwin Van Winkle participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Peter Godwin Van Winkle (September 7, 1808 – April 15, 1872) was an American lawyer, businessman, and politician. A prominent officer of the Northwestern Virginia Railroad for many years, he became one of the founders of West Virginia and later served as a United States senator.