Podcasts History Offbeat Oregon History podcast Only sitting U.S. Senator killed in battle was from Oregon ... sort of

Only sitting U.S. Senator killed in battle was from Oregon ... sort of

Published: July 24, 2024, 2 p.m.

Edward Dickinson Baker's personal connection with President Lincoln and formidable people skills made him a powerful force; had he not been killed, he might well have become president. Without his influence, Oregon would likely have sided with the South. (Offbeat Oregon History column by Finn J.D. John, 10 Apr 2011) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1104b-edward-baker-only-sitting-senator-killed-in-action.html)