What party did John Bell belong to?

John Bell was a member of the American (Know-Nothing) party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

When did John Bell serve in the U.S. Senate?

John Bell served in the U.S. Senate from November 22, 1847 to March 3, 1859, representing Tennessee.

When did John Bell die?

John Bell died on September 10, 1869.

Historical Profile

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

American (Know-Nothing) Inactive

John Bell

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

John Bell (died 1869) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from November 1847 to March 1859, during the 30th–35th Congresses. Bell served as an American (Know-Nothing). Bell died on September 10, 1869.

Key Information

Full Name: John Bell
Died: September 10, 1869
Term Started: November 22, 1847
Term Ended: March 3, 1859

Service History

Nov 22, 1847 – Mar 3, 1859 30th–35th Congresses American (Know-Nothing) 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.

Current Senators from Tennessee

Served With

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

Hopkins Turney (TN) 1847–1851
James Jones (TN) 1851–1857
Andrew Johnson (TN) 1857–1859