Historical Profile
Gideon Tomlinson is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Gideon Tomlinson
Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut
Biography
Gideon Tomlinson (died 1854) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from March 1831 to March 1837, during the 22nd–24th Congresses. Tomlinson served as an Anti-Jacksonian. Tomlinson died on October 8, 1854.
Key Information
- Full Name: Gideon Tomlinson
- Died: October 8, 1854
- Term Started: March 4, 1831
- Term Ended: March 3, 1837
Service History
- Mar 4, 1831 – Mar 3, 1837 22nd–24th Congresses Anti-Jacksonian Connecticut
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 Connecticut
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Tomlinson's service:
- Samuel Foot (CT) 1831–1833
- Nathan Smith (CT) 1833–1835
- John Niles (CT) 1835–1837