Historical Profile
Ambrose Burnside is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Ambrose Burnside
Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island
Biography
Ambrose Burnside (died 1881) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from March 1875 to September 1881, during the 44th–47th Congresses. Burnside served as a Republican. Burnside died in office on September 13, 1881.
Key Information
- Full Name: Ambrose Everett Burnside
- Died: September 13, 1881
- Term Started: March 4, 1875
- Term Ended: September 13, 1881
Service History
- Mar 4, 1875 – Sep 13, 1881 44th–47th Congresses Republican Rhode Island
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 Rhode Island
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Burnside's service:
- Henry Anthony (RI) 1875–1881