Historical Profile
John Ruggles is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
John Ruggles
Former U.S. Senator for Maine
Biography
John Ruggles (died 1874) was an American politician who represented Maine in the United States Senate from December 1835 to March 1841, during the 24th–26th Congresses. Ruggles served as a Democrat. Ruggles died on June 20, 1874.
Key Information
- Full Name: John Ruggles
- Died: June 20, 1874
- Term Started: December 7, 1835
- Term Ended: March 3, 1841
- Senate Class: Class II
Service History
- Dec 7, 1835 – Mar 3, 1841 24th–26th Congresses Democrat Maine
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 Maine
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Ruggles's service:
- Ether Shepley (ME) 1835–1836
- Judah Dana (ME) 1836–1837
- Reuel Williams (ME) 1837–1841