What party did Jesse Thomas belong to?

Jesse Thomas was a member of the Adams Republican party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did Jesse Thomas serve in the U.S. Senate?

Jesse Thomas served in the U.S. Senate from December 3, 1818 to March 3, 1829, representing Illinois.

When did Jesse Thomas die?

Jesse Thomas died on May 2, 1853.

Historical Profile

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

Adams Republican Inactive

Jesse Thomas

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

Jesse Thomas (died 1853) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from December 1818 to March 1829, during the 15th–20th Congresses. Thomas served as an Adams Republican. Thomas died on May 2, 1853.

Key Information

Full Name: Jesse Burgess Thomas
Died: May 2, 1853
Term Started: December 3, 1818
Term Ended: March 3, 1829

Service History

Dec 3, 1818 – Mar 3, 1829 15th–20th Congresses Adams Republican Illinois

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 Illinois

Served With

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

Ninian Edwards (IL) 1818–1824
John McLean (IL) 1824–1825
Elias Kane (IL) 1825–1829