What party did John Henderson belong to?

John Henderson was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Mississippi in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Henderson served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1839 to March 3, 1845, representing Mississippi.

When did John Henderson die?

John Henderson died on November 15, 1857.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

John Henderson

Former U.S. Senator for Mississippi

Biography

John Henderson (died 1857) was an American politician who represented Mississippi in the United States Senate from March 1839 to March 1845, during the 26th–28th Congresses. Henderson served as a Whig. Henderson died on November 15, 1857.

Key Information

Full Name: John Henderson
Died: November 15, 1857
Term Started: March 4, 1839
Term Ended: March 3, 1845

Service History

Mar 4, 1839 – Mar 3, 1845 26th–28th Congresses Whig Mississippi

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 Mississippi

Cindy Hyde-Smith

Republican
Roger Wicker

Republican

Served With

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

Robert Walker (MS) 1839–1845