What party did Frederick Sawyer belong to?

Frederick Sawyer was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

When did Frederick Sawyer serve in the U.S. Senate?

Frederick Sawyer served in the U.S. Senate from July 16, 1868 to March 3, 1873, representing South Carolina.

When did Frederick Sawyer die?

Frederick Sawyer died on July 31, 1891.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Frederick Sawyer

Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina

Biography

Frederick Sawyer (died 1891) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from July 1868 to March 1873, during the 40th–42nd Congresses. Sawyer served as a Republican. Sawyer died on July 31, 1891.

Key Information

Full Name: Frederick Adolphus Sawyer
Died: July 31, 1891
Term Started: July 16, 1868
Term Ended: March 3, 1873

Service History

Jul 16, 1868 – Mar 3, 1873 40th–42nd Congresses Republican South Carolina

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 South Carolina

Tim Scott

Republican
Lindsey Graham

Republican

Served With

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

Thomas Robertson (SC) 1868–1873