What party did James Pleasants belong to?

James Pleasants was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

When did James Pleasants serve in the U.S. Senate?

James Pleasants served in the U.S. Senate from December 14, 1819 to December 15, 1822, representing Virginia.

When did James Pleasants die?

James Pleasants died on November 9, 1836.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

James Pleasants

Former U.S. Senator for Virginia

Biography

James Pleasants (died 1836) was an American politician who represented Virginia in the United States Senate from December 1819 to December 1822, during the 16th–17th Congresses. Pleasants served as a Democratic-Republican. Pleasants died on November 9, 1836.

Key Information

Full Name: James Pleasants
Died: November 9, 1836
Term Started: December 14, 1819
Term Ended: December 15, 1822

Service History

Dec 14, 1819 – Dec 15, 1822 16th–17th Congresses Democratic-Republican Virginia

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 Virginia

Served With

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

James Barbour (VA) 1819–1822