What party did Joshua Clayton belong to?

Joshua Clayton was a member of the Federalist party and represented the state of Delaware in the U.S. Senate.

When did Joshua Clayton serve in the U.S. Senate?

Joshua Clayton served in the U.S. Senate from January 19, 1798 to August 11, 1798, representing Delaware.

When did Joshua Clayton die?

Joshua Clayton died on August 11, 1798.

Historical Profile

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

Federalist Inactive

Joshua Clayton

Former U.S. Senator for Delaware

Biography

Joshua Clayton (died 1798) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate from January 1798 to August 1798, during the 5th Congress. Clayton served as a Federalist. Clayton died in office on August 11, 1798.

Key Information

Full Name: Joshua Clayton
Died: August 11, 1798
Term Started: January 19, 1798
Term Ended: August 11, 1798

Service History

Jan 19, 1798 – Aug 11, 1798 5th Congress Federalist 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 Clayton's service:

Henry Latimer (DE) 1798