Historical Profile
John Kerr is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Whig
Inactive
John Kerr
Former U.S. Senator for Maryland
Biography
John Kerr (died 1844) was an American politician who represented Maryland in the United States Senate from May 1841 to March 1843, during the 27th Congress. Kerr served as a Whig. Kerr died on February 21, 1844.
Key Information
- Full Name: John Leeds Kerr
- Died: February 21, 1844
- Term Started: May 31, 1841
- Term Ended: March 3, 1843
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- May 31, 1841 – Mar 3, 1843 27th Congress Whig Maryland
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 Maryland
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Kerr's service:
- William Merrick (MD) 1841–1843