What party did John Branch belong to?

John Branch was a member of the Jacksonian party and represented the state of North Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Branch served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1823 to March 9, 1829, representing North Carolina.

When did John Branch die?

John Branch died on January 3, 1863.

Historical Profile

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

Jacksonian Inactive

John Branch

Former U.S. Senator for North Carolina

Biography

John Branch (died 1863) was an American politician who represented North Carolina in the United States Senate from December 1823 to March 1829, during the 18th–20th Congresses. Branch served as a Jacksonian. Branch died on January 3, 1863.

Key Information

Full Name: John Branch
Died: January 3, 1863
Term Started: December 1, 1823
Term Ended: March 3, 1829
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Dec 1, 1823 – Mar 3, 1829 18th–20th Congresses Jacksonian North Carolina

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 North Carolina

Served With

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

Nathaniel Macon (NC) 1823–1828
James Iredell (NC) 1828–1829