Historical Profile
Clement Clay, Jr. is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
Clement Clay, Jr.
Former U.S. Senator for Alabama
Biography
Clement Clay, Jr. (died 1882) was an American politician who represented Alabama in the United States Senate from December 1853 to January 1861, during the 33rd–36th Congresses. Clay served as a Democrat. Clay died on January 3, 1882.
Key Information
- Full Name: Clement Claiborne Clay, Jr.
- Died: January 3, 1882
- Term Started: December 5, 1859
- Term Ended: January 21, 1861
- Senate Class: Class II
Service History
- Dec 5, 1853 – Dec 5, 1859 33rd–36th Congresses Democrat Alabama
- Dec 5, 1859 – Jan 21, 1861 36th Congress Democrat Alabama
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 Alabama
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Clay's service:
- Benjamin Fitzpatrick (AL) 1853–1861