What party did Alexander Anderson belong to?

Alexander Anderson was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

When did Alexander Anderson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Alexander Anderson served in the U.S. Senate from February 26, 1840 to March 3, 1841, representing Tennessee.

When did Alexander Anderson die?

Alexander Anderson died on May 23, 1869.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Alexander Anderson

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

Alexander Anderson (died 1869) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from February 1840 to March 1841, during the 26th Congress. Anderson served as a Democrat. Anderson died on May 23, 1869.

Key Information

Full Name: Alexander Outlaw Anderson
Died: May 23, 1869
Term Started: February 26, 1840
Term Ended: March 3, 1841

Service History

Feb 26, 1840 – Mar 3, 1841 26th Congress Democrat Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Bill Hagerty

Republican
Marsha Blackburn

Republican

Served With

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

Felix Grundy (TN) 1840
Alfred Nicholson (TN) 1840–1841