What party did James Simmons belong to?

James Simmons was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

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

James Simmons served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1841 to September 5, 1862, representing Rhode Island.

When did James Simmons die?

James Simmons died on July 10, 1864.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

James Simmons

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Biography

James Simmons (died 1864) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1841 and 1862, between the 27th and 37th Congresses. Simmons served as a Republican and later as a Whig. Simmons died on July 10, 1864.

Key Information

Full Name: James Fowler Simmons
Died: July 10, 1864
Term Started: March 4, 1857
Term Ended: September 5, 1862

Service History

Mar 4, 1841 – Mar 3, 1847 27th–29th Congresses Republican Rhode Island
Mar 4, 1857 – Sep 5, 1862 35th–37th Congresses Whig Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Served With

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

Nathan Dixon (RI) 1841–1842
William Sprague (RI) 1842–1844
John Francis (RI) 1844–1845
Albert Greene (RI) 1845–1847
Philip Allen (RI) 1857–1859
Henry Anthony (RI) 1859–1862