What party did John Johnston belong to?

John Johnston was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Johnston served in the U.S. Senate from January 26, 1870 to March 3, 1883, representing Virginia.

When did John Johnston die?

John Johnston died on February 27, 1889.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Johnston

Former U.S. Senator for Virginia

Biography

John Johnston (died 1889) was an American politician who represented Virginia in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1870 and 1883, between the 41st and 47th Congresses. Johnston served as a Democrat. Johnston died on February 27, 1889.

Key Information

Full Name: John Warfield Johnston
Died: February 27, 1889
Term Started: March 15, 1871
Term Ended: March 3, 1883

Service History

Jan 26, 1870 – Mar 3, 1871 41st Congress Democrat Virginia
Mar 15, 1871 – Mar 3, 1883 42nd–47th Congresses Democrat Virginia

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 Virginia

Served With

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

John Lewis (VA) 1870–1871, 1871–1875
Robert Withers (VA) 1875–1881
William Mahone (VA) 1881–1883