What party did Benjamin Leigh belong to?

Benjamin Leigh was a member of the Anti-Jacksonian party and represented the state of Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

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

Benjamin Leigh served in the U.S. Senate from February 26, 1834 to July 4, 1836, representing Virginia.

When did Benjamin Leigh die?

Benjamin Leigh died on February 2, 1849.

Historical Profile

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

Anti-Jacksonian Inactive

Benjamin Leigh

Former U.S. Senator for Virginia

Biography

Benjamin Leigh (died 1849) was an American politician who represented Virginia in the United States Senate from February 1834 to July 1836, during the 23rd–24th Congresses. Leigh served as an Anti-Jacksonian. Leigh died on February 2, 1849.

Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin Watkins Leigh
Died: February 2, 1849
Term Started: February 26, 1834
Term Ended: July 4, 1836

Service History

Feb 26, 1834 – Jul 4, 1836 23rd–24th Congresses Anti-Jacksonian Virginia

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 Virginia

Mark Warner

Democrat
Tim Kaine

Democrat

Served With

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

John Tyler (VA) 1834–1836
William Rives (VA) 1836