What party did Benjamin Howland belong to?

Benjamin Howland was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

When did Benjamin Howland serve in the U.S. Senate?

Benjamin Howland served in the U.S. Senate from October 29, 1804 to March 3, 1809, representing Rhode Island.

When did Benjamin Howland die?

Benjamin Howland died on May 1, 1821.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

Benjamin Howland

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Biography

Benjamin Howland (died 1821) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from October 1804 to March 1809, during the 8th–10th Congresses. Howland served as a Democratic-Republican. Howland died on May 1, 1821.

Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin Howland
Died: May 1, 1821
Term Started: October 29, 1804
Term Ended: March 3, 1809

Service History

Oct 29, 1804 – Mar 3, 1809 8th–10th Congresses Democratic-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 Howland's service:

Christopher Ellery (RI) 1804–1805
James Fenner (RI) 1805–1807
Elisha Mathewson (RI) 1807–1809