William Cullen

Representative for District 8

Former Republican Representative from Illinois, District 8 · 2 terms served.

Former officeholder

Key profile metadata for William Cullen
Party	Republican
State	Illinois
District	8
Start	1881-12-05
End	1885-03-03
Bioguide	C000971
Top PAC/Committee	—
Tracked Network	—
Foreign Context	—
Terms	2
Born	1826-03-04
Net Worth	—

Congressional Profile

Representative William Cullen

William Cullen served as a representative for Illinois (1881-1885).

Last updated Jan 1, 2026

Profile Timeline

1826-03-04 Born.
1881-12-05 Entered office.
1885-03-03 Left office.

Historical Profile

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William Cullen served as a Representative from Illinois in the United States Congress from 1881 to 1885. A member of the Republican Party, William Cullen contributed to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.

William Cullen’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, William Cullen participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents, helping to shape the laws and policies that governed the nation.