What party did Jonathan Dayton belong to?

Jonathan Dayton was a member of the Federalist party and represented the state of New Jersey in the U.S. Senate.

When did Jonathan Dayton serve in the U.S. Senate?

Jonathan Dayton served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1799 to March 3, 1805, representing New Jersey.

When did Jonathan Dayton die?

Jonathan Dayton died on October 9, 1824.

Historical Profile

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

Federalist Inactive

Jonathan Dayton

Former U.S. Senator for New Jersey

Biography

Jonathan Dayton (died 1824) was an American politician who represented New Jersey in the United States Senate from March 1799 to March 1805, during the 6th–8th Congresses. Dayton served as a Federalist. Dayton died on October 9, 1824.

Key Information

Full Name: Jonathan Dayton
Died: October 9, 1824
Term Started: March 4, 1799
Term Ended: March 3, 1805

Service History

Mar 4, 1799 – Mar 3, 1805 6th–8th Congresses Federalist 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 Dayton's service:

James Schureman (NJ) 1799–1801
Aaron Ogden (NJ) 1801–1803
John Condit (NJ) 1803–1805