What party did Joseph Wright belong to?

Joseph Wright was a member of the Unionist party and represented the state of Indiana in the U.S. Senate.

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

Joseph Wright served in the U.S. Senate from February 24, 1862 to January 14, 1863, representing Indiana.

When did Joseph Wright die?

Joseph Wright died on May 11, 1867.

Historical Profile

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

Unionist Inactive

Joseph Wright

Former U.S. Senator for Indiana

Biography

Joseph Wright (died 1867) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate from February 1862 to January 1863, during the 37th Congress. Wright served as a Unionist. Wright died on May 11, 1867.

Key Information

Full Name: Joseph Albert Wright
Died: May 11, 1867
Term Started: February 24, 1862
Term Ended: January 14, 1863

Service History

Feb 24, 1862 – Jan 14, 1863 37th Congress Unionist Indiana

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 Indiana

Todd Young

Republican
Jim Banks

Republican

Served With

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

Henry Lane (IN) 1862–1863