What party did Henry Edwards belong to?

Henry Edwards was a member of the Jeffersonian Republican party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

When did Henry Edwards serve in the U.S. Senate?

Henry Edwards served in the U.S. Senate from October 8, 1823 to March 3, 1827, representing Connecticut.

When did Henry Edwards die?

Henry Edwards died on July 22, 1847.

Historical Profile

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

Jeffersonian Republican Inactive

Henry Edwards

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Henry Edwards (died 1847) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from October 1823 to March 1827, during the 18th–19th Congresses. Edwards served as a Jeffersonian Republican. Edwards died on July 22, 1847.

Key Information

Full Name: Henry Waggaman Edwards
Died: July 22, 1847
Term Started: October 8, 1823
Term Ended: March 3, 1827

Service History

Oct 8, 1823 – Mar 3, 1827 18th–19th Congresses Jeffersonian Republican 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 Edwards's service:

James Lanman (CT) 1823–1825
Calvin Willey (CT) 1825–1827