What party did John Edwards belong to?

John Edwards was a member of the Anti-Administration party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Edwards served in the U.S. Senate from June 18, 1792 to March 3, 1795, representing Kentucky.

When did John Edwards die?

John Edwards died on January 1, 1837.

Historical Profile

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

Anti-Administration Inactive

John Edwards

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

John Edwards (died 1837) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from June 1792 to March 1795, during the 2nd–3rd Congresses. Edwards served as an Anti-Administration. Edwards died on January 1, 1837.

Key Information

Full Name: John Edwards
Died: January 1, 1837
Term Started: June 18, 1792
Term Ended: March 3, 1795

Service History

Jun 18, 1792 – Mar 3, 1795 2nd–3rd Congresses Anti-Administration 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

Mitch McConnell

Republican
Rand Paul

Republican

Served With

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

John Brown (KY) 1792–1795