What party did Ambrose Burnside belong to?

Ambrose Burnside was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

When did Ambrose Burnside serve in the U.S. Senate?

Ambrose Burnside served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1875 to September 13, 1881, representing Rhode Island.

When did Ambrose Burnside die?

Ambrose Burnside died on September 13, 1881.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

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 December 1875 to March 1881, during the 44th–46th Congresses. Burnside served as a Republican. Burnside died on September 13, 1881.

Key Information

Full Name: Ambrose Everett Burnside
Died: September 13, 1881
Term Started: December 6, 1875
Term Ended: March 3, 1881
Senate Class: Class I

Service History

Dec 6, 1875 – Mar 3, 1881 44th–46th 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