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Portrait of Jenkin Whiteside
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Jenkin Whiteside

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

Jenkin Whiteside (died 1822) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from April 1809 to October 1811, during the 11th–12th Congresses. Whiteside served as a Democratic-Republican. Whiteside died on September 25, 1822.

Key Information

  • Full Name: Jenkin Whiteside
  • Died: September 25, 1822
  • Term Started: April 11, 1809
  • Term Ended: October 8, 1811

Service History

  • Apr 11, 1809 – Oct 8, 1811 11th–12th Congresses Democratic-Republican Tennessee

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.

Served With

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