What party did Franklin Pierce belong to?

Franklin Pierce was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of New Hampshire in the U.S. Senate.

When did Franklin Pierce serve in the U.S. Senate?

Franklin Pierce served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1837 to February 28, 1842, representing New Hampshire.

When did Franklin Pierce die?

Franklin Pierce died on October 8, 1869.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Franklin Pierce

Former U.S. Senator for New Hampshire

Biography

Franklin Pierce (died 1869) was an American politician who represented New Hampshire in the United States Senate from March 1837 to February 1842, during the 25th–27th Congresses. Pierce served as a Democrat. Pierce died on October 8, 1869.

Key Information

Full Name: Franklin Pierce
Died: October 8, 1869
Term Started: March 4, 1837
Term Ended: February 28, 1842

Service History

Mar 4, 1837 – Feb 28, 1842 25th–27th Congresses Democrat New Hampshire

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 New Hampshire

Jeanne Shaheen

Democrat
Maggie Hassan

Democrat

Served With

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

Henry Hubbard (NH) 1837–1841
Levi Woodbury (NH) 1841–1842