Historical Profile
John Wales is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Whig
Inactive
John Wales
Former U.S. Senator for Delaware
Biography
John Wales (died 1863) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate from February 1849 to March 1851, during the 30th–31st Congresses. Wales served as a Whig. Wales died on December 3, 1863.
Key Information
- Full Name: John Wales
- Died: December 3, 1863
- Term Started: February 3, 1849
- Term Ended: March 3, 1851
Service History
- Feb 3, 1849 – Mar 3, 1851 30th–31st Congresses Whig Delaware
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 Delaware
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Wales's service:
- John Clayton (DE) 1849
- Presley Spruance (DE) 1849–1851