Historical Profile
James Bell is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Republican
Inactive
James Bell
Former U.S. Senator for New Hampshire
Biography
James Bell (died 1857) was an American politician who represented New Hampshire in the United States Senate from December 1855 to December 1857, during the 34th–35th Congresses. Bell served as a Republican. Bell died in office on May 26, 1857.
Key Information
- Full Name: James Bell
- Died: May 26, 1857
- Term Started: December 3, 1855
- Term Ended: December 31, 1857
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- Dec 3, 1855 – Dec 31, 1857 34th–35th Congresses Republican New Hampshire
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 Hampshire
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Bell's service:
- John Hale (NH) 1855–1857
- John Wells (NH) 1855
- Daniel Clark (NH) 1857