What party did John Robinson belong to?

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

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

John Robinson served in the U.S. Senate from December 11, 1830 to March 3, 1841, representing Illinois.

When did John Robinson die?

John Robinson died on April 25, 1843.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Robinson

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

John Robinson (died 1843) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from December 1830 to March 1841, during the 21st–26th Congresses. Robinson served as a Democrat. Robinson died on April 25, 1843.

Key Information

Full Name: John McCracken Robinson
Died: April 25, 1843
Term Started: December 11, 1830
Term Ended: March 3, 1841

Service History

Dec 11, 1830 – Mar 3, 1841 21st–26th Congresses Democrat Illinois

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 Illinois

Served With

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

Elias Kane (IL) 1830–1835
William Ewing (IL) 1835–1837
Richard Young (IL) 1837–1841