What party did Adonijah Welch belong to?

Adonijah Welch was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Florida in the U.S. Senate.

When did Adonijah Welch serve in the U.S. Senate?

Adonijah Welch served in the U.S. Senate from June 25, 1868 to March 3, 1869, representing Florida.

When did Adonijah Welch die?

Adonijah Welch died on March 14, 1889.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Adonijah Welch

Former U.S. Senator for Florida

Biography

Adonijah Welch (died 1889) was an American politician who represented Florida in the United States Senate from June 1868 to March 1869, during the 40th Congress. Welch served as a Republican. Welch died on March 14, 1889.

Key Information

Full Name: Adonijah Strong Welch
Died: March 14, 1889
Term Started: June 25, 1868
Term Ended: March 3, 1869
Senate Class: Class I

Service History

Jun 25, 1868 – Mar 3, 1869 40th Congress Republican Florida

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 Florida

Rick Scott

Republican
Ashley Moody

Republican

Served With

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

Thomas Osborn (FL) 1868–1869