What party did Dwight Foster belong to?

Dwight Foster was a member of the Federalist party and represented the state of Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate.

When did Dwight Foster serve in the U.S. Senate?

Dwight Foster served in the U.S. Senate from June 6, 1800 to March 3, 1803, representing Massachusetts.

When did Dwight Foster die?

Dwight Foster died on August 29, 1823.

Historical Profile

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

Federalist Inactive

Dwight Foster

Former U.S. Senator for Massachusetts

Biography

Dwight Foster (died 1823) was an American politician who represented Massachusetts in the United States Senate from January 1800 to December 1803, during the 6th–8th Congresses. Foster served as a Federalist. Foster died on August 29, 1823.

Key Information

Full Name: Dwight Foster
Died: August 29, 1823
Term Started: January 1, 1800
Term Ended: December 31, 1803
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Jan 1, 1800 – Dec 31, 1803 6th–8th Congresses Federalist Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts

Served With

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

Samuel Dexter (MA) 1800–1801
Benjamin Goodhue (MA) 1800
Jonathan Mason (MA) 1800–1803
John Adams (MA) 1803
Timothy Pickering (MA) 1803