What party did Benjamin Wade belong to?

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

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

Benjamin Wade served in the U.S. Senate from March 15, 1851 to March 3, 1869, representing Ohio.

When did Benjamin Wade die?

Benjamin Wade died on March 3, 1869.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Benjamin Wade

Former U.S. Senator for Ohio

Biography

Benjamin Wade (died 1869) was an American politician who represented Ohio in the United States Senate from March 1851 to March 1869, during the 32nd–40th Congresses. Wade served as a Republican. Wade died in office on March 3, 1869.

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Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin Franklin Wade
Died: March 3, 1869
Term Started: March 15, 1851
Term Ended: March 3, 1869

Service History

Mar 15, 1851 – Mar 3, 1869 32nd–40th Congresses Republican 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

Served With

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

Salmon Chase (OH) 1851–1855, 1861
George Pugh (OH) 1855–1861
John Sherman (OH) 1861–1869