What party did Buckner Thurston belong to?

Buckner Thurston was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

When did Buckner Thurston serve in the U.S. Senate?

Buckner Thurston served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1805 to December 18, 1809, representing Kentucky.

When did Buckner Thurston die?

Buckner Thurston died on August 30, 1845.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

Buckner Thurston

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

Buckner Thurston (died 1845) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from March 1805 to December 1809, during the 9th–11th Congresses. Thurston served as a Democratic-Republican. Thurston died on August 30, 1845.

Key Information

Full Name: Buckner Thurston
Died: August 30, 1845
Term Started: March 4, 1805
Term Ended: December 18, 1809

Service History

Mar 4, 1805 – Dec 18, 1809 9th–11th Congresses Democratic-Republican Kentucky

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 Kentucky

Served With

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

John Breckinridge (KY) 1805
John Adair (KY) 1805–1806
Henry Clay (KY) 1806–1807
John Pope (KY) 1807–1809