What party did Herschel Johnson belong to?

Herschel Johnson was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Georgia in the U.S. Senate.

When did Herschel Johnson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Herschel Johnson served in the U.S. Senate from February 4, 1848 to March 3, 1849, representing Georgia.

When did Herschel Johnson die?

Herschel Johnson died on August 16, 1880.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Herschel Johnson

Former U.S. Senator for Georgia

Biography

Herschel Johnson (died 1880) was an American politician who represented Georgia in the United States Senate from February 1848 to March 1849, during the 30th Congress. Johnson served as a Democrat. Johnson died on August 16, 1880.

Key Information

Full Name: Herschel Vespasian Johnson
Died: August 16, 1880
Term Started: February 4, 1848
Term Ended: March 3, 1849

Service History

Feb 4, 1848 – Mar 3, 1849 30th Congress Democrat Georgia

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 Georgia

Jon Ossoff

Democrat
Raphael Warnock

Democrat

Served With

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

John Berrien (GA) 1848–1849