What party did John Eaton belong to?

John Eaton was a member of the Jacksonian party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Eaton served in the U.S. Senate from September 5, 1818 to March 9, 1829, representing Tennessee.

When did John Eaton die?

John Eaton died on November 17, 1856.

Historical Profile

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

Jacksonian Inactive

John Eaton

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

John Eaton (died 1856) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from September 1818 to March 1829, during the 15th–21st Congresses. Eaton served as a Jacksonian. Eaton died on November 17, 1856.

Key Information

Full Name: John Henry Eaton
Died: November 17, 1856
Term Started: September 5, 1818
Term Ended: March 9, 1829

Service History

Sep 5, 1818 – Mar 9, 1829 15th–21st Congresses Jacksonian 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 Eaton's service:

John Williams (TN) 1818–1823
Andrew Jackson (TN) 1823–1825
Hugh White (TN) 1825–1829