What party did David Patterson belong to?

David Patterson was a member of the Unionist party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

When did David Patterson serve in the U.S. Senate?

David Patterson served in the U.S. Senate from July 28, 1866 to March 3, 1869, representing Tennessee.

When did David Patterson die?

David Patterson died on November 3, 1891.

Historical Profile

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

Unionist Inactive

David Patterson

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

David Patterson (died 1891) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from July 1866 to March 1869, during the 39th–40th Congresses. Patterson served as a Unionist. Patterson died on November 3, 1891.

Key Information

Full Name: David Trotter Patterson
Died: November 3, 1891
Term Started: July 28, 1866
Term Ended: March 3, 1869

Service History

Jul 28, 1866 – Mar 3, 1869 39th–40th Congresses Unionist Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Bill Hagerty

Republican
Marsha Blackburn

Republican

Served With

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

Joseph Fowler (TN) 1866–1869