What party did Benning Jenness belong to?

Benning Jenness was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of New Hampshire in the U.S. Senate.

When did Benning Jenness serve in the U.S. Senate?

Benning Jenness served in the U.S. Senate from November 12, 1845 to June 13, 1846, representing New Hampshire.

When did Benning Jenness die?

Benning Jenness died on November 16, 1879.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Benning Jenness

Former U.S. Senator for New Hampshire

Biography

Benning Jenness (died 1879) was an American politician who represented New Hampshire in the United States Senate from November 1845 to June 1846, during the 29th Congress. Jenness served as a Democrat. Jenness died on November 16, 1879.

Key Information

Full Name: Benning Wentworth Jenness
Died: November 16, 1879
Term Started: November 12, 1845
Term Ended: June 13, 1846

Service History

Nov 12, 1845 – Jun 13, 1846 29th Congress Democrat New Hampshire

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 New Hampshire

Jeanne Shaheen

Democrat
Maggie Hassan

Democrat

Served With

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

Charles Atherton (NH) 1845–1846
Levi Woodbury (NH) 1845