What party did Benjamin Jonas belong to?

Benjamin Jonas was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Louisiana in the U.S. Senate.

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

Benjamin Jonas served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1879 to March 3, 1885, representing Louisiana.

When did Benjamin Jonas die?

Benjamin Jonas died on December 21, 1911.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Benjamin Jonas

Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana

Biography

Benjamin Jonas (died 1911) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from March 1879 to March 1885, during the 46th–48th Congresses. Jonas served as a Democrat. Jonas died on December 21, 1911.

Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin Franklin Jonas
Died: December 21, 1911
Term Started: March 4, 1879
Term Ended: March 3, 1885

Service History

Mar 4, 1879 – Mar 3, 1885 46th–48th Congresses Democrat Louisiana

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 Louisiana

Bill Cassidy

Republican
John Kennedy

Republican

Served With

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

William Kellogg (LA) 1879–1883
Randell Gibson (LA) 1883–1885