What party did Benjamin Tappan belong to?

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

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

Benjamin Tappan served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1839 to March 3, 1845, representing Ohio.

When did Benjamin Tappan die?

Benjamin Tappan died on April 20, 1857.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Benjamin Tappan

Former U.S. Senator for Ohio

Biography

Benjamin Tappan (died 1857) was an American politician who represented Ohio in the United States Senate from March 1839 to March 1845, during the 26th–28th Congresses. Tappan served as a Democrat. Tappan died on April 20, 1857.

Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin Tappan
Died: April 20, 1857
Term Started: March 4, 1839
Term Ended: March 3, 1845

Service History

Mar 4, 1839 – Mar 3, 1845 26th–28th Congresses Democrat Ohio

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 Ohio

Bernie Moreno

Republican
Jon Husted

Republican

Served With

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

William Allen (OH) 1839–1845