What party did Alexander Hanson belong to?

Alexander Hanson was a member of the Federalist party and represented the state of Maryland in the U.S. Senate.

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

Alexander Hanson served in the U.S. Senate from December 20, 1816 to April 23, 1819, representing Maryland.

When did Alexander Hanson die?

Alexander Hanson died on April 23, 1819.

Historical Profile

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

Federalist Inactive

Alexander Hanson

Former U.S. Senator for Maryland

Biography

Alexander Hanson (died 1819) was an American politician who represented Maryland in the United States Senate from December 1816 to April 1819, during the 14th–16th Congresses. Hanson served as a Federalist. Hanson died in office on April 23, 1819.

Key Information

Full Name: Alexander Contee Hanson
Died: April 23, 1819
Term Started: December 20, 1816
Term Ended: April 23, 1819

Service History

Dec 20, 1816 – Apr 23, 1819 14th–16th Congresses Federalist Maryland

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 Maryland

Served With

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

Robert Goldsborough (MD) 1816–1819
Edward Lloyd (MD) 1819