What party did Hamilton Fish belong to?

Hamilton Fish was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of New York in the U.S. Senate.

When did Hamilton Fish serve in the U.S. Senate?

Hamilton Fish served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1851 to March 3, 1857, representing New York.

When did Hamilton Fish die?

Hamilton Fish died on September 7, 1893.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Hamilton Fish

Former U.S. Senator for New York

Biography

Hamilton Fish (died 1893) was an American politician who represented New York in the United States Senate from March 1851 to March 1857, during the 32nd–34th Congresses. Fish served as a Whig. Fish died on September 7, 1893.

Key Information

Full Name: Hamilton Fish
Died: September 7, 1893
Term Started: March 4, 1851
Term Ended: March 3, 1857

Service History

Mar 4, 1851 – Mar 3, 1857 32nd–34th Congresses Whig New York

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 York

Chuck Schumer

Democrat
Kirsten Gillibrand

Democrat

Served With

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

William Seward (NY) 1851–1857