Historical Profile
John Slidell is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
John Slidell
Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana
Biography
John Slidell (died 1871) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from December 1853 to March 1861, during the 33rd–36th Congresses. Slidell served as a Democrat. Slidell died on July 9, 1871.
Key Information
- Full Name: John Slidell
- Died: July 9, 1871
- Term Started: December 3, 1855
- Term Ended: March 3, 1861
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- Dec 5, 1853 – Dec 3, 1855 33rd–34th Congresses Democrat Louisiana
- Dec 3, 1855 – Mar 3, 1861 34th–36th Congresses Democrat Louisiana
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 Louisiana
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Slidell's service:
- Judah Benjamin (LA) 1853–1861