Historical Profile
John Spence is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Whig
Inactive
John Spence
Former U.S. Senator for Maryland
Biography
John Spence (died 1840) was an American politician who represented Maryland in the United States Senate from December 1836 to October 1840, during the 24th–26th Congresses. Spence served as a Whig. Spence died in office on October 24, 1840.
Key Information
- Full Name: John Selby Spence
- Died: October 24, 1840
- Term Started: September 4, 1837
- Term Ended: October 24, 1840
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- Dec 31, 1836 – Sep 4, 1837 24th–25th Congresses Whig Maryland
- Sep 4, 1837 – Oct 24, 1840 25th–26th Congresses 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 Spence's service:
- Joseph Kent (MD) 1836–1837
- William Merrick (MD) 1838–1840