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Portrait of Joseph Stanton, Jr.
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Joseph Stanton, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Biography

Joseph Stanton, Jr. (died 1821) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from June 1790 to March 1793, during the 1st–2nd Congresses. Stanton served as an Anti-Administration. Stanton died on December 15, 1821.

Key Information

  • Full Name: Joseph Stanton, Jr.
  • Died: December 15, 1821
  • Term Started: June 12, 1790
  • Term Ended: March 3, 1793

Service History

  • Jun 12, 1790 – Mar 3, 1793 1st–2nd Congresses Anti-Administration Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Served With

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