Historical Profile
David Barton is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
David Barton
Former U.S. Senator for Missouri
Biography
David Barton (died 1837) was an American politician who represented Missouri in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1821 and 1831, between the 17th and 21st Congresses. Barton served as a Republican and later as an Adams Republican. Barton died on September 28, 1837.
Key Information
- Full Name: David Barton
- Died: September 28, 1837
- Term Started: December 5, 1825
- Term Ended: March 3, 1831
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- Dec 3, 1821 – Dec 5, 1825 17th–19th Congresses Republican Missouri
- Dec 5, 1825 – Mar 3, 1831 19th–21st Congresses Adams Republican Missouri
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 Missouri
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Barton's service:
- Thomas Benton (MO) 1821–1831