What party did John Stockton belong to?

John Stockton was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of New Jersey in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Stockton served in the U.S. Senate from March 15, 1865 to March 3, 1875, representing New Jersey.

When did John Stockton die?

John Stockton died on January 22, 1900.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Stockton

Former U.S. Senator for New Jersey

Biography

John Stockton (died 1900) was an American politician who represented New Jersey in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1865 and 1875, between the 39th and 43rd Congresses. Stockton served as a Democrat. Stockton died on January 22, 1900.

Key Information

Full Name: John Potter Stockton
Died: January 22, 1900
Term Started: March 4, 1869
Term Ended: March 3, 1875

Service History

Mar 15, 1865 – Mar 27, 1866 39th Congress Democrat New Jersey
Mar 4, 1869 – Mar 3, 1875 41st–43rd Congresses Democrat New Jersey

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 New Jersey

Served With

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

William Wright (NJ) 1865–1866
Alexander Cattell (NJ) 1869–1871
Frederick Frelinghuysen (NJ) 1871–1875