What party did John Breckinridge belong to?

John Breckinridge was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Breckinridge served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1801 to August 7, 1805, representing Kentucky.

When did John Breckinridge die?

John Breckinridge died on December 14, 1806.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

John Breckinridge

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

John Breckinridge (died 1806) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from March 1801 to August 1805, during the 7th–9th Congresses. Breckinridge served as a Democratic-Republican. Breckinridge died on December 14, 1806.

Key Information

Full Name: John Breckinridge
Died: December 14, 1806
Term Started: March 4, 1801
Term Ended: August 7, 1805

Service History

Mar 4, 1801 – Aug 7, 1805 7th–9th Congresses Democratic-Republican Kentucky

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 Kentucky

Served With

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

John Brown (KY) 1801–1805
Buckner Thurston (KY) 1805