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Portrait of James Pleasants
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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 Republican. Pleasants died on November 9, 1836.

Key Information

  • Full Name: James Pleasants
  • Died: November 9, 1836
  • Term Started: December 6, 1819
  • Term Ended: December 15, 1822
  • Senate Class: Class II

Service History

  • Dec 6, 1819 – Dec 15, 1822 16th–17th Congresses 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: