What party did Christopher Ellery belong to?

Christopher Ellery was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

When did Christopher Ellery serve in the U.S. Senate?

Christopher Ellery served in the U.S. Senate from May 6, 1801 to March 3, 1805, representing Rhode Island.

When did Christopher Ellery die?

Christopher Ellery died on December 2, 1840.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

Christopher Ellery

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Biography

Christopher Ellery (died 1840) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from May 1801 to March 1805, during the 7th–8th Congresses. Ellery served as a Democratic-Republican. Ellery died on December 2, 1840.

Key Information

Full Name: Christopher Ellery
Died: December 2, 1840
Term Started: May 6, 1801
Term Ended: March 3, 1805

Service History

May 6, 1801 – Mar 3, 1805 7th–8th Congresses Democratic-Republican Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Served With

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

Theodore Foster (RI) 1801–1803
Samuel Potter (RI) 1803–1804
Benjamin Howland (RI) 1804–1805