What party did John Colhoun belong to?

John Colhoun was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Colhoun served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1801 to October 26, 1802, representing South Carolina.

When did John Colhoun die?

John Colhoun died on October 26, 1802.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

John Colhoun

Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina

Biography

John Colhoun (died 1802) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from March 1801 to October 1802, during the 7th Congress. Colhoun served as a Democratic-Republican. Colhoun died in office on October 26, 1802.

Key Information

Full Name: John Ewing Colhoun
Died: October 26, 1802
Term Started: March 4, 1801
Term Ended: October 26, 1802

Service History

Mar 4, 1801 – Oct 26, 1802 7th Congress Democratic-Republican South 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 South Carolina

Tim Scott

Republican
Lindsey Graham

Republican

Served With

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

Thomas Sumter (SC) 1801–1802