What party did Joseph Comegys belong to?

Joseph Comegys was a member of the Opposition party and represented the state of Delaware in the U.S. Senate.

When did Joseph Comegys serve in the U.S. Senate?

Joseph Comegys served in the U.S. Senate from November 19, 1856 to January 14, 1857, representing Delaware.

When did Joseph Comegys die?

Joseph Comegys died on February 1, 1893.

Historical Profile

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

Opposition Inactive

Joseph Comegys

Former U.S. Senator for Delaware

Biography

Joseph Comegys (died 1893) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate from November 1856 to January 1857, during the 34th Congress. Comegys served as an Opposition. Comegys died on February 1, 1893.

Key Information

Full Name: Joseph Parsons Comegys
Died: February 1, 1893
Term Started: November 19, 1856
Term Ended: January 14, 1857

Service History

Nov 19, 1856 – Jan 14, 1857 34th Congress Opposition 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

Chris Coons

Democrat
Lisa Blunt Rochester

Democrat

Served With

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

James Bayard, Jr. (DE) 1856–1857